Narrow networks can be a real problem for kids
Narrow networks are a real concern in the ACA marketplaces, but much more for kids than many think.
Dr. Aaron Carroll is a Professor of Pediatrics and Associate Dean for Research Mentoring at Indiana University’s School of Medicine, and Director of the Center for Pediatric and Adolescent Comparative Effectiveness Research. His research focuses on the study of information technology to improve pediatric care, health care policy, and health care reform.
In addition to his scholarly activities, he has written about health, research, and policy for many major media outlets. He has written four books, has a popular YouTube show called Healthcare Triage, and is a regular contributor to the New York Times at The Upshot.
Authored by Aaron E. Carroll, MD, MS
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