[Lorianne]

In terms of economics, not covering contraceptives would raise insurance costs because of:

___Pregnancy and childbirth costs (which include very high E&O insurance costs to doctors) The "sue" rate for pregnancy and birth related mishaps is very high compared to other health care services.

___Coverage of child health care (including the astronomically high health care cost of preemies and children with various birth defects).

From a cost standpoint, it would seem to me cheaper for everyone if contraceptives were covered.

In addition many health care plans cover fertility treatments and IVF, very high ticket items also with a high "sue" rate.

[FreeTally]

In terms of economics, not covering contraceptives would raise insurance costs because of:

So you are trying to tell me that insurance is high right now because insurers can refuse to cover contraceptives?

[ThinkDifferent]

In terms of economics, not covering contraceptives would raise insurance costs

You could be right, but that should be for the market to decide, not the federal government.