Single-payer health care is a system where one public agency (the government) finances health care for everyone, while doctors, hospitals, and clinics remain private. Instead of relying on multiple private insurance companies, the government covers medically necessary care for all residents.

Under a single-payer system:

-All medically necessary visits and services are covered

-The system is collaboratively funded, creating more equitable access to care

-Health care providers bill one single entity for services

-That entity is funded through fair, ability-based taxes, meaning people contribute based on what they can afford

-This helps eliminate huge administrative costs, since we no longer need complicated private insurance networks

No more confusing insurance plans, fewer barriers to treatment, and everyone gets covered. 

November 19th, 2025

As part of SNaHP's summit in Washington D.C., UCD students joined other professional students and advocates on Capitol Hill to champion Healthcare for All.