Some policymakers backed Medicare premium support, also called defined contribution or voucher programs.
People with Medicare would get vouchers or coupons to buy health coverage.
If vouchers fell short, people would pay remaining costs or lose coverage.
The fact sheet said shortfalls were certain, since programs aimed to save Medicare dollars.
It argued premium support shifts significant health costs onto consumers, despite cost-saver claims.
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