Considering a Health Insurance Exchange: Lessons From the Rhode Island Experience

Describes Rhode Island's public process to clarify and prioritize stakeholders' goals for a health insurance exchange, evaluate its components, consider the state's market characteristics, and identify and evaluate options. Outlines lessons learned

The Massachusetts Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector: Structure and Functions

Describes the role and financing of the Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector Authority, an agency created to help small businesses and individuals buy affordable, high-quality insurance. Considers its potential as a model for national reform