There is one common thought that both sides of the USA government and the people share and that is that something needs to be done about the healthcare crisis in the Country. Healthcare reform is at the top of the list of concerns for everyone.

From this point on though it would seem that the thoughts now become divided. Of course it’s just a part of life for the two sides of government to disagree just about on everything. So just what is so different about the healthcare system now then in was two years ago? The answer to that question is twofold, meaning not much and then quite a bit.

What has changed?

Probably, for the first time an issue that has had any significance to it is the leader of the Country has taken a hard look at the issue and has taken a definite step forward towards healthcare reform. That’s not to say that past presidents have not given the health care crisis a hard look either however, it seems that it never got beyond the looking stage. At least President Obama looked, planned and took action. Getting it to the house to have it approved as a bill was a big hurdle that he and his party successfully completed.

Even if the bill in its present format is totally restructured which no doubt much of it will be progress has been made.

What has not changed?

The same old argument concerning healthcare reform still remains the same and comes down to money. Sure everyone wants healthcare but the big question is who is going to pay for it and where is the money going to come from? This has always been the big question and the ultimate brick wall that any thought of future plans gets blocked at.

So now what?

This three word question seems to be what the entire healthcare reform is hinging on. Something that is significant. however, is that President Obama seems intent on seeing this through and perhaps his relentless attitude is the very thing that will see healthcare reform become a reality. Albeit perhaps not to the extent or as picture perfect as he would like it to be. Then again, something is better than nothing but also a quick fix is not the answer either.

The conclusion is that it’s times for  both sides of the Government to work towards a plan in common rather than running in opposite directions because it would seem that this is what the opposition is expected to do.

Although it would seem that on December 24,2009 President Obama had given the Nation a possible Christmas gift by way of Congress healthcare Reform, there was much left to be done. It was a victory to say the least that the senate voted narrowly by 220 to 215 in favor of an  $871 billion healthcare bill to make healthcare available to all.

What seemed to be a done deal. However, soon took a downward spiral with the  Democrats losing their position of the senate seat originally held by Senator Edward Kennedy.

It is obvious that President Obama has a one goal mandate when it comes to health care and is hoping that congress will join in the unity of this goal. Should they do this. However, just what would Congress healthcare reform decisions consist of?

It would seem that the means of reaching a solution to passing the bill would be the ideal gathering of the “the minds” referring to both sides of congress as well as the health care professionals. This would be to hash over the health reform bills to see what is needed and what will work. At least this is the feeling of the President.

Although for weeks there has not been any indication as to which way the Congress healthcare reform will continue to the next step, the President has declared that there is to be a television healthcare session slated for Feb 25th. Somewhat like a debate the President has asked the Republicans to attend a present their solutions for the soaring medical insurance costs in the USA and the lack of medical care for those who simply cannot afford it.

In the meantime, the powers of the senate are putting their heads together to devise a condensed version of the bill, which could be made law. The ultimate resolution would be that it would be able to fall into line with the budget bill.

There is no doubt the public as a whole is looking upon this with many wondering if the outcome is going to be merely a Band-Aid solution to the critically needed health care reform throughout the Country. This could come down to extended coverage for those that fall within the economically poor category using Medicaid, while those in the mid to average income would be eligible for supplementary health care help by way of purchasing the necessary insurance.

Although there are many details to this potentially new concept of easing the health care crisis it would still mean that coverage would be provided through the current employers that are presently doing so. In addition Companies could merge to buy Insurance plans. It would basically mean that everyone would be required to have medical coverage or face a fine.

President Obama is of the belief that with a publicly televised debate the people of America will get to hear both sides of Congress healthcare reform proposals and will then be able to make an informed stance on what to believe and support.

So now it would seem that at least the first hurdle of getting the bill for healthcare reform passed now means facing the bigger hurdle of getting it put into law or at least some part of it.