Chapter 02 · Media & Healthcare
When healthcaregot complicated,the press called.
Radio, television and newspapers have turned to Jason to explain healthcare access and the Affordable Care Act in clear, real-world terms — for real people.
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Long Island Business News · October 2015


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Crain's New York Business · Oct 28, 2016
The Sad Demise of an Obamacare Broker
Jason's op-ed on the collapsing broker commission structure for ACA plans in New York — and what it means for consumers.
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Long Island Business News · Dec 19, 2016
The Question of the Hour
Jason weighs in on where New York's health insurance market stands and what consumers should know.
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Long Island Business News · Oct 16, 2015
Health Insurance on the Bubble
Claude Solnik's report on Health Republic and the uncertainty around health insurance access for Long Island families and small businesses.
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The Archive
Quoted inNew Yorkhealthcare.
From the first Obamacare enrollment deadlines to the collapse of broker commissions — coverage and commentary, linked to the original stories.
- 2015Newsday (archived)Big Changes on Tap for State Health Care ExchangeRead →
- 2014Anton News (archived)Obamacare NavigatorRead →
- 2017RelixStrength in Numbers: Musicians Discuss the Importance of the Affordable Care ActRead →
- 2017PIX11 NewsCongress Takes First Step Toward Repealing Obamacare, but Broker Says It May Take YearsRead →
- 2017PatchAs Northwell Health Shuts Down CareConnect, Those Seeking Answers Go to Obamacare Expert Jason SamelRead →
- 2016Crain's New York BusinessThe Sad Demise of an Obamacare BrokerRead →
- 2016Long Island Business NewsThe Question of the HourRead →
- 2015Long Island Business NewsHealth Insurance on the BubbleRead →
- 2014Long Island Business NewsSurge but No Stampede as Obamacare Deadline NearsRead →
- 2014Long Island Business NewsGroups Eye Obamacare ChaosRead →
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The Origin Story
NewYorkObamacare.com
Jason founded NewYorkObamacare.com to give clear, New York-specific guidance on the ACA for individuals, families and small businesses. By 2016 Crain’s described him as one of the last remaining brokers for ACA plans — which is why reporters kept calling.
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Jason is available for media interviews, expert commentary and speaking on healthcare access, the ACA and related topics.