Health Coverage Availability and Affordability Act of 1996 (HR 3103). Letter to U.S. Senate.

Nelson, Alan R., MD, MACP.

Insurance Coverage;Accessibility, Health Services;Medical Savings Accounts;Fraud, Healthcare

Wed, 02/07/2001 - 6:48 PM EST

Wed, 02/07/2001 - 6:49 PM EST

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