President Biden and former President Trump have both made efforts to address health care affordability and access during their time in office.
Biden's Health Care Approach
President Biden has focused on enhancing access and affordability in health care. He has prioritized building upon the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, which was implemented during the Obama administration. One of Biden's notable achievements is the Inflation Reduction Act, which capped the price of insulin at $35. This move has been highlighted by the Biden administration as a significant step towards making essential medications more affordable for Americans.
Trump's Health Care Initiatives
Former President Trump also aimed to improve health care affordability and transparency. His administration emphasized price transparency by requiring health care providers to provide detailed billing information to patients. Despite not being able to repeal the ACA during his presidency, Trump has expressed interest in reforming the health care system if reelected in 2024. He has indicated a willingness to explore alternatives to the current health care framework.
Both Biden and Trump have demonstrated a commitment to addressing health care challenges in the United States, albeit through different approaches. While Biden has focused on building upon existing legislation like the ACA, Trump has emphasized price transparency and potential reforms to the current health care system. The future of health care policy in the U.S. will likely continue to be shaped by the efforts and priorities of current and former administrations.
