What Is Single-Payer Healthcare?

Single-payer healthcare is a system where the government funds healthcare services, covering all residents through a unified program. While providers may remain private, payments come from a central government source rather than multiple insurance companies.

How does single-payer differ from other systems?

• Funding: Healthcare is funded through taxes rather than individual premiums or employer-based insurance.
• Coverage: All residents typically receive healthcare coverage, regardless of employment or income.
• Provider choice: Patients can usually see any provider that accepts the government-funded plan, similar to how Medicare works.

How Solace can help

While the U.S. does not have a national single-payer system, Medicare operates similarly for seniors. A Solace advocate can help navigate Medicare coverage, explain available benefits, and assist with appeals for denied claims.