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Bill could improve Californians' access to health providers

Todd Miller, author and internet entrepreneur pays $600 a month for an Anthem Blue Cross PPO that he says doesn't include the specialist he needs to treat his sleep apnea.
Todd Miller, author and internet entrepreneur pays $600 a month for an Anthem Blue Cross PPO that he says doesn't include the specialist he needs to treat his sleep apnea.
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Stephanie O'Neill/KPCC
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Bill could improve Californians' access to health providers

California is considered an Affordable Care Act success story. Recent studies show the number of uninsured people in the state has been reduced by half, but having a health insurance policy doesn't necessarily mean you have timely access to doctors and other providers. 

Southern California Public Radio's Stephanie O'Neill reports on proposed legislation which could help fix that problem.

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