Ask Wendell: The Mental Health Parity Act may save the day

By Wendell Potter

Insurers must treat mental illness like any other medical condition thanks to Congress.

Excerpts from this story referencing "Dave Jones":

"… r) and the California Department of Insurance for other types of coverage (Dave Jones is the commissioner).  Both departments have robust consumer complain …"

ANALYSIS: Health insurers win big in Maine

By Wendell Potter

When the GOP took over the statehouse in Maine, health insurers went to town; consumers are suffering

Excerpts from this story referencing "Dave Jones":

"… xt week, I’ll share the perspective of California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones, a Democrat who made it clear during his campaign last year that he will b …"

ANALYSIS: An abiding faith in reform

By Wendell Potter

Golden State insurance commissioner optimistic about health reform and hopes for single-payer system

Excerpts from this story referencing "Dave Jones":

"… o implement the federal Affordable Care Act, and if Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones and many of his former colleagues in the legislature have their way, Calif …"

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ANALYSIS: Holding insurers accountable

By Wendell Potter

Tips for consumers on how to deal with health insurance firms

Excerpts from this story referencing "Dave Jones":

"… l with your insurer — and also contact California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones — you might be able to get coverage for your wife’s pregnancy-related …"

ANALYSIS: Taking the initiative in a struggle against excessive rate increases

By Wendell Potter

Insurance commissioner would gain new power if California effort succeeds

Excerpts from this story referencing "Dave Jones":

"… in became the first Californian to sign a petition. Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones became the second. To get the measure before voters in November, the advoc …"