I believe current Federal policy covers medical costs for COVID-19 testing and treatment. If we slightly adjust such policy such that only vaccinated or those allergic to ingredients or medically ineligible are covered, then I think perhaps it might be another incentive to get vaccinated. Of course, this should go into effect after the FDA makes the vaccines standard use not emergency use and perhaps 2-4 months after so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Breakthrough cases would still be covered. People herd immunity is designed to protect would be covered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
People objecting to the vaccine for some conscientious reason would face getting the shot or a hospitalization that could bankrupt them. If they truly believe this is overblown nothingburger, then they can bankroll that bet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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