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March 22, 2022
Contact: Philip Schmidt, (503) 383-6079, PHILIP.SCHMIDT@dhsoha.state.or.us (media inquiries)
HealthCare.CostTarget@dhsoha.state.or.us (meeting information or accommodation)
What: The Oregon Health Authority will hold a virtual public hearing on the impact of health care costs on Oregonians on Friday, April 8 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
This meeting will highlight data on high and rising health care costs along with testimony from consumers and employers about health care affordability challenges. Panels will discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on health care costs and health plans, provider organizations, and policymakers will share efforts to address health care costs and meet the statewide health care cost growth target.
Members of the public are invited to share personal stories about the high cost of health care. To do so in writing or as public comment during the meeting, please email us at HealthCare.CostTarget@dhsoha.state.or.us. Public comment will be heard at 12:40 PM.
When: Friday, April 8 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Where: This is a virtual meeting only. You can join remotely via Zoom or phone.
Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1608134195?pwd=djJpMWVQRTNKZVcrUnB5MU16VkpHdz09 Meeting ID: 160 813 4195 | Passcode: 884645
Phone: One tap mobile: +16692545252,,1608134195#,,,,*884645#
Agenda: The agenda is available online at https://www.oregon.gov/oha/HPA/HP/Pages/cost-growth-target-public-hearings.aspx
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If you need help or have questions, please contact JerRonde Weatherspoon at 503-385-5948, 711 TTY, or JerRonde.A.Weatherspoon@dhsoha.state.or.us at least 48 hours before the meeting.
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