Originally Posted by
U-Ute
I think it is fair to say that the pre-existing condition clause affects a minimal number of people - right now.
The problem is that as people lose their jobs, are unable to find new jobs and are unable to afford private insurance, that number will grow.
The idea of having your insurance tied to employment and having the handling of pre-existing conditions tied to continuous insurance is what makes the situation so unpalatable. Those in Congress either are unable or don't want to understand that not being able to continuously have insurance is a serious problem.