Michael Moore is back and this time the American healthcare system gets a beating. Moore takes us on a two-hour journey to illustrate how and why the American healthcare system works as it does and what the consequences of that system are. It’s not surprising to hear that the insurance companies are rich and just want to get richer. It’s not surprising to hear horror stories about some of the 47 million uninsured Americans. It’s not surprising to hear how the pharmaceutical companies and politicians have a strong hold and influence on the healthcare system, guarding their profits. What is shocking to discover is how little chance the 250 million Americans who are insured appear to have of actually getting their medical bills paid for by the insurance companies.
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