The Asclepius Initiative (TAI)
@asclepiusinitiative.org
Our mission: To improve the health & economic stability of Kentuckians through educating, inspiring, and mobilizing people to advocate for a universally accessible, affordable, equitable & high-quality health care delivery system. AsclepiusInitiative.org
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Asclepius (uh-sklee-pee-us) is the Greek god of medicine and healing.
The Asclepius Initiative (TAI) is working to improve access to high quality, affordable health care for you, your family, and your neighbors through outreach, education, and research.
The Asclepius Initiative (TAI) is working to improve access to high quality, affordable health care for you, your family, and your neighbors through outreach, education, and research.
One of the ACA’s lesser-known protections ensures that people in approved clinical trials aren’t left to cover routine medical costs associated with the care of their illness on their own.
November 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
One of the ACA’s lesser-known protections ensures that people in approved clinical trials aren’t left to cover routine medical costs associated with the care of their illness on their own.
Health care decisions should be guided by what doctors and their patients feel is best, not by the threat of debt. A system that leaves families weighing life against cost is a system in need of change.
Share your story at AsclepiusInitiative.org/story.
Share your story at AsclepiusInitiative.org/story.
November 13, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Health care decisions should be guided by what doctors and their patients feel is best, not by the threat of debt. A system that leaves families weighing life against cost is a system in need of change.
Share your story at AsclepiusInitiative.org/story.
Share your story at AsclepiusInitiative.org/story.
Missed an insurance premium payment? A grace period gives you a little extra time to catch up, but you could still lose your coverage if you’re too late.
November 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Missed an insurance premium payment? A grace period gives you a little extra time to catch up, but you could still lose your coverage if you’re too late.
Veterans deserve more than gratitude; they deserve affordable, reliable health care. Many veterans and their families are struggling with high medical costs and gaps in coverage. We can honor their service by fighting for a system that ensures health care for every veteran – and every American.
November 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Veterans deserve more than gratitude; they deserve affordable, reliable health care. Many veterans and their families are struggling with high medical costs and gaps in coverage. We can honor their service by fighting for a system that ensures health care for every veteran – and every American.
Access to affordable care doesn’t make people careless; it helps them stay healthier. Universal systems see more preventive visits and better long-term outcomes.
November 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Access to affordable care doesn’t make people careless; it helps them stay healthier. Universal systems see more preventive visits and better long-term outcomes.
For most employers, providing health insurance is an obligation of doing business, driving up overhead and administrative costs. But it doesn’t have to be. Some universal coverage models relieve employers of that financial burden, while ensuring everyone has access to care.
November 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
For most employers, providing health insurance is an obligation of doing business, driving up overhead and administrative costs. But it doesn’t have to be. Some universal coverage models relieve employers of that financial burden, while ensuring everyone has access to care.
Our partners at the Southeast Kentucky Area Health Education Center had no tricks, only treats, as they provided information about health care coverage last week - and candy, of course - at the Appalachian Regional Healthcare Medical Mall's trunk-or-treat.
November 6, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Our partners at the Southeast Kentucky Area Health Education Center had no tricks, only treats, as they provided information about health care coverage last week - and candy, of course - at the Appalachian Regional Healthcare Medical Mall's trunk-or-treat.
Open Enrollment is the perfect time to take another look at your health care coverage. Medicare and Marketplace open enrollment periods are underway, and many employers are also holding their own. When was the last time you reviewed your coverage details?
November 5, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Open Enrollment is the perfect time to take another look at your health care coverage. Medicare and Marketplace open enrollment periods are underway, and many employers are also holding their own. When was the last time you reviewed your coverage details?
Too many Americans end up in the hospital for conditions that could have been treated – or even prevented – if they’d had timely access to primary care.
November 3, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Too many Americans end up in the hospital for conditions that could have been treated – or even prevented – if they’d had timely access to primary care.
Health insurance is complicated enough… and it’s even more difficult for those whose first language isn’t English. The ACA requires insurers to provide free translation and interpreter services so everyone can understand and use their coverage. #AffordableCareAct #ACA
October 31, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Health insurance is complicated enough… and it’s even more difficult for those whose first language isn’t English. The ACA requires insurers to provide free translation and interpreter services so everyone can understand and use their coverage. #AffordableCareAct #ACA
Behind every statistic about rising health costs is a personal story. Have you skipped care, struggled with coverage, or faced unexpected medical bills? Share your story to amplify the real impact of our health care system and why we need change. buff.ly/aFmLaDj #HealthCareStories #HealthCareCosts
October 30, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Behind every statistic about rising health costs is a personal story. Have you skipped care, struggled with coverage, or faced unexpected medical bills? Share your story to amplify the real impact of our health care system and why we need change. buff.ly/aFmLaDj #HealthCareStories #HealthCareCosts
Most people can’t sign up for health care coverage whenever they want. Open enrollment is the set time each year to enroll or make changes. If you miss the window, you may be stuck without coverage until the next cycle. #HealthCareCoverage #KnowYourCoverage
October 29, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Most people can’t sign up for health care coverage whenever they want. Open enrollment is the set time each year to enroll or make changes. If you miss the window, you may be stuck without coverage until the next cycle. #HealthCareCoverage #KnowYourCoverage
The U.S. spends more per person on health care than any other wealthy country, without better results. Universal systems keep costs down by cutting administrative waste and focusing on prevention. #HealthCareFacts #UniversalCoverage
October 27, 2025 at 6:04 PM
The U.S. spends more per person on health care than any other wealthy country, without better results. Universal systems keep costs down by cutting administrative waste and focusing on prevention. #HealthCareFacts #UniversalCoverage
When Congress expanded ACA tax credits in 2021, it helped more families save money on their monthly health insurance premiums. If that additional support ends, many middle-income families could struggle to afford coverage. Read more: buff.ly/1N98Nlt #HealthCareCosts #ACA #Marketplace #kynect
October 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM
When Congress expanded ACA tax credits in 2021, it helped more families save money on their monthly health insurance premiums. If that additional support ends, many middle-income families could struggle to afford coverage. Read more: buff.ly/1N98Nlt #HealthCareCosts #ACA #Marketplace #kynect
Insurance paperwork is filled with jargon and fine print. Which part do you find the most confusing? We have a video to walk you through using your insurance documents to make sure your medical bills are correct. buff.ly/dDaTkfM #HealthInsurance #KnowYourCoverage
October 15, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Insurance paperwork is filled with jargon and fine print. Which part do you find the most confusing? We have a video to walk you through using your insurance documents to make sure your medical bills are correct. buff.ly/dDaTkfM #HealthInsurance #KnowYourCoverage
If you have #Medicare or a #MedicareAdvantage plan, it’s time to review your coverage. Open Enrollment for 2026 begins Oct. 15th. More changes are coming next year, including updates to prescription drug costs, deductibles, and new payment options. Learn more: buff.ly/kt30npf. #OpenEnrollment
October 14, 2025 at 6:01 PM
If you have #Medicare or a #MedicareAdvantage plan, it’s time to review your coverage. Open Enrollment for 2026 begins Oct. 15th. More changes are coming next year, including updates to prescription drug costs, deductibles, and new payment options. Learn more: buff.ly/kt30npf. #OpenEnrollment
Kentuckians who get health insurance through #kynect could see their costs more than double if enhanced premium tax credits expire. Unless Congress acts, premiums are likely to become unaffordable for many families. buff.ly/1N98Nlt #HealthCareCosts #ACA #Marketplace #Kentucky
October 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Kentuckians who get health insurance through #kynect could see their costs more than double if enhanced premium tax credits expire. Unless Congress acts, premiums are likely to become unaffordable for many families. buff.ly/1N98Nlt #HealthCareCosts #ACA #Marketplace #Kentucky
A big chunk of what we pay for health care isn’t for care at all… it’s overhead and paperwork. Universal coverage could reduce the administrative costs that drive up the price of care.
#HealthCareCosts #UniversalCoverage #AllInAllInsured
#HealthCareCosts #UniversalCoverage #AllInAllInsured
October 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
A big chunk of what we pay for health care isn’t for care at all… it’s overhead and paperwork. Universal coverage could reduce the administrative costs that drive up the price of care.
#HealthCareCosts #UniversalCoverage #AllInAllInsured
#HealthCareCosts #UniversalCoverage #AllInAllInsured
When insurance companies second-guess doctors and nurses, patients suffer the consequences. Care that should prevent emergencies gets delayed until it becomes life-threatening. We need, and deserve, a system that puts patients first. #HealthCareStories #HealthInsurance
October 9, 2025 at 6:03 PM
When insurance companies second-guess doctors and nurses, patients suffer the consequences. Care that should prevent emergencies gets delayed until it becomes life-threatening. We need, and deserve, a system that puts patients first. #HealthCareStories #HealthInsurance
Premiums are the “membership fee” for your health plan. You and/or your employer pay them every month just to stay covered, no matter how much (or little) health care you receive. #HealthInsurance #KnowYourCoverage
October 8, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Premiums are the “membership fee” for your health plan. You and/or your employer pay them every month just to stay covered, no matter how much (or little) health care you receive. #HealthInsurance #KnowYourCoverage
Most Kentuckians with Marketplace coverage rely on enhanced premium tax credits to keep their costs manageable. If these expire at the end of the year, premiums could more than double for 2026. Read more: buff.ly/AW3oPvC
#HealthInsurance #ACA #Marketplace #kynect #PremiumTaxCredits
#HealthInsurance #ACA #Marketplace #kynect #PremiumTaxCredits
October 7, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Most Kentuckians with Marketplace coverage rely on enhanced premium tax credits to keep their costs manageable. If these expire at the end of the year, premiums could more than double for 2026. Read more: buff.ly/AW3oPvC
#HealthInsurance #ACA #Marketplace #kynect #PremiumTaxCredits
#HealthInsurance #ACA #Marketplace #kynect #PremiumTaxCredits
Some people think universal health care would take away choice. But in the U.S., many already have limited options. In many countries with universal care, people actually have a greater variety of choices. #HealthCareFacts #UniversalCoverage
October 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Some people think universal health care would take away choice. But in the U.S., many already have limited options. In many countries with universal care, people actually have a greater variety of choices. #HealthCareFacts #UniversalCoverage
More than 88,000 Kentuckians rely on kynect for commercial health insurance coverage. If enhanced Premium Tax Credits expire at the end of the year, costs could soar and make coverage unaffordable for many families. #ACA #Marketplace #PremiumTaxCredits #Kentucky #HealthInsurance
October 3, 2025 at 6:02 PM
More than 88,000 Kentuckians rely on kynect for commercial health insurance coverage. If enhanced Premium Tax Credits expire at the end of the year, costs could soar and make coverage unaffordable for many families. #ACA #Marketplace #PremiumTaxCredits #Kentucky #HealthInsurance
Picking a health plan shouldn’t feel like solving a puzzle with missing pieces, but for most people, it does. Which part is most confusing to you when choosing coverage? Use our free tool to help you compare plans: AsclepiusInitiative.org/comparing-plans.
#HealthInsurance #KnowYourCoverage
#HealthInsurance #KnowYourCoverage
October 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Picking a health plan shouldn’t feel like solving a puzzle with missing pieces, but for most people, it does. Which part is most confusing to you when choosing coverage? Use our free tool to help you compare plans: AsclepiusInitiative.org/comparing-plans.
#HealthInsurance #KnowYourCoverage
#HealthInsurance #KnowYourCoverage
Our new website is live. Explore AsclepiusInitiative.org for educational resources on health care coverage and to learn how universal coverage can make care simpler, fairer, and continuously available to all. #TheAsclepiusInitiative #TAI #AllInAllInsured
September 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Our new website is live. Explore AsclepiusInitiative.org for educational resources on health care coverage and to learn how universal coverage can make care simpler, fairer, and continuously available to all. #TheAsclepiusInitiative #TAI #AllInAllInsured