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The system will certainly not collapse without bureaucrats and politicians being involved in it.
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Depends on the definition of "collapse", I think we are all ready there! The costs are soaring, that's OK for those with good coverage or that can afford the best. But even for that esteemed group the costs, without control, will continue to go up. Given enough time only the very well connected will be able to get the best care. HUGE problem is the way Medicare and Medical are being run. Doctors get paid per "test" or "treatment".
Example's are everywhere. 80 something year old lady on her death bed, get's a Pap Smear! Get's all kinds of tests and treatments that are ridiculous. Yet that's how the Doctors get paid, all the specialist's in the hospital want a shot at the old lady "cash cow" to get their piece of the pie. Not illegal! You could say, not even unethical (but I would disagree). Reform: Change the way payments are made.
Phasing out SS, an idea that's been thrown around for some time, just like Health Care reform. Not going to be easy, political death for some, but I agree, some action will have to be taken down the road.
80% of the populace being covered for Health Care is an embarrasement to the USA. It should and can be 100%, like most other civilized countries have done.
Dan, I love borrowing your quotes, here's one:
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You have bought into the conservative lie.
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