[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 58 (Thursday, May 12, 1994)]
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[Congressional Record: May 12, 1994]
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                  HEALTH CARE REFORM GUARANTEES CHOICE

  (Mr. DERRICK asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DERRICK. Mr. Speaker, when it comes to health care, Americans 
prize the ability to make their own choices. Health care reform ensures 
patients and doctors their freedom of choice.
  Health care reform guarantees private insurance to every American. 
Doctors will no longer risk losing money on uninsured patients--they 
will not have to turn sick people away.
  Health care reform guarantees insurance, but will not allow insurance 
companies to dictate who they will cover or what. Doctors will not have 
to worry about their choices in caring for the sick--they can practice 
their craft freely.
  Health care reform gives individuals, not employers, their choice of 
health plan and doctor. Doctors will be able to choose what health plan 
they join. Fee-for-service plans will be offered to everyone.
  Free choice in health care ensures the flexibility and adaptability 
we need to cover all Americans and maintain our high standards. Health 
care reform guarantees choice.

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