Charly Carter, on behalf of Step Up Maryland, spoke at the second listening session held by the AHEAD Regulatory Working Group on Nov. 5.

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Nabeehah Azeez shared why health is important to her.

“We want to ensure that there is transparency in the financing and delivery of health care services in Maryland and that all Marylanders have ease of access,” Azeez said.

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Higher health care costs in Maryland are largely due to a rise in prices for prescription drugs, hospital services, and doctors’ visits. In turn, premiums must rise to keep up with the increasing cost of care.

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As Maryland transitions to the AHEAD model, its Medicare rate-setting authority could be revoked, resulting in higher costs for consumers.

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The Total Cost of Care Model was implemented by the state of Maryland to ensure Marylanders have access to health care.

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The AHEAD Model is a new approach focused on primary care, health equity, and better outcomes for every community.

Launching in January 2026, this model is intended to build a healthier future for all Marylanders.

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With rising health care costs, many Marylanders have been impacted.

The state has the power to slow rising costs, but instead has paid hospitals more. It is time to put Maryland families first.

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Maryland has a unique health care payment model called the “Maryland Model,” an innovative all-payer total cost of care system.

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Maryland's Health Services Cost Review Commission (HSCRC) plays a central role in setting hospital payment rates and overseeing policies that shape access to care, cost, and quality across the state.

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Marylanders deserve affordable, high-quality, and accessible healthcare, but costs continue to rise, leaving families and businesses struggling to keep up.

Join us in promoting greater transparency, accountability, and equity in Maryland's healthcare system.

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