Facts and Fallacies of Compulsory Health Insurance (Classic Reprint)

Exploring the case against compulsory health insurance and its real-world impact.

A rigorous examination of proposed national health plans, this book questions the value, cost, and fairness of coercive health coverage and argues for evidence-based public health approaches.

Two concise sections frame the debate: a clear critique of propaganda for state-led health care and a careful look at medical practice, public health, and financial realities. The author draws on historical English and German experiences to challenge assumptions and illuminate what health insurance can and cannot achieve for workers, families, and the wider public.

• Learn how arguments for compulsory health insurance are built and where they may mislead.
• See how administrative costs, funding shares, and practical administration influence real outcomes.
• Understand how health policy intersects with medical practice, public health, and poverty relief.
• Review historical case studies from Europe and the United States to assess outcomes and risks.

Ideal for readers of public policy history, health care reform, and economic justice who want a grounded view of health insurance debates and their lessons for today.