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  • The San Francisco Health Care Security Ordinance is a unique local law aimed at achieving universal health care access.
  • It mandates employer contributions to employee healthcare costs and supports programs for the uninsured.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact and effectiveness of the San Francisco Health Care Security Ordinance.
  • To assess the role of local health policies in providing healthcare access, particularly for vulnerable populations.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of enrollment data for "Healthy San Francisco" before and after the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
  • Review of employer contribution mechanisms and their use in funding medical reimbursement accounts.
  • Examination of local health program models in California counties.

Main Results:

  • Enrollment in "Healthy San Francisco" declined after the Affordable Care Act expanded coverage options.
  • "Healthy San Francisco" remains a crucial healthcare source for undocumented immigrants.
  • Employer contributions also fund programs enhancing the affordability of Marketplace insurance.

Conclusions:

  • Local health ordinances can be versatile in providing care, especially for undocumented populations.
  • Simplicity, strong outreach, and education are key for programs aiding private coverage.
  • Addressing Marketplace insurance affordability may be more effectively managed at the state level.