California bonanza? Providers and insurers cheer mandatory health insurance law, but business interests look at legal challenge to newly signed bill.
Consider it Gov. Gray Davis' going-away present to the state's hospitals, insurers and physician groups. The California Health Insurance Act of 2003 could mean increased revenue for hospitals. Doctors like Brian Johnston, left, say the bill has been a long time coming and are pleased with the legislation, but others are concerned about what effects the mandatory insurance law will have on small businesses.
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