Too Many Kids are Uninsured in the US

The video discusses the increasing number of uninsured and underinsured children in the U.S., highlighting the challenges they face in accessing healthcare. It presents statistics from JAMA Pediatrics and identifies demographics most affected. The video explores barriers like high deductibles and limited coverage, and suggests solutions such as public insurance enrollment and policy changes. It emphasizes the importance of parental coverage for improving children's insurance status and outlines the broader societal benefits of better healthcare access.

What has been the trend in the number of uninsured children in the United States from 2016 to 2019?

• The number has increased.

• The number has remained the same.

• The number has decreased.

• The number has fluctuated.

Which group of children is more likely to have inadequate insurance coverage?

• Children without any medical conditions

• Children in high-income families

• Children with private insurance

• Children with public insurance

What is one major limitation of insurance coverage for underinsured children?

• Lack of access to hospitals

• No need for preventive care

• High cost-sharing requirements

• Unlimited coverage for all services

How can government incentives help improve insurance coverage?

• By reducing the number of insurance companies

• By encouraging employers to cover more services

• By eliminating all deductibles

• By increasing premiums for all plans

What is a potential benefit of expanding health coverage to parents?

• It increases the cost of healthcare for families.

• It decreases the number of insurance options.

• It reduces the need for public health insurance.

• It improves coverage for children on their plans.