2007-07-23 10:21:20 · 11 answers · asked by John C 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
In effect, yes. By technical definition, no.
Socialized medicine is medicine provided by the govt to its citizens.
The military gets medical care from their employer, who happens to be the govt.
2007-07-23 10:25:42 · answer #1 · answered by coragryph 7 · 3⤊ 3⤋
No. It's more like a system they used to use in the United States years ago where there was a factory doctor or a factory nurse and workers could get treated at work.
On the other hand, it resembles socialized medicine in that you get treated and keep your mouth shut. You get the medicine that's in stock at the military pharmacy whether there are 10 better (more expensive) alternatives available in a civilian pharmacy or not.
Family members get straight insurance via Tricare that can be used with any doctor or hospital. There can be copays and deductibles.
2007-07-23 21:24:08 · answer #2 · answered by Yak Rider 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
No they don't. Socialized medicine in the military would be funded by deducting a large portion of their paychecks, or out of someone else's paycheck if they couldn't afford it or just don't feel like working. The American taxpayer funds health care for the military in exchange for their service to our country.
The shambles of health care in the military resembles a socialized health care system, though.
2007-07-23 17:32:55 · answer #3 · answered by Eukodol 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Nope
2007-07-27 11:24:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I say we CUT socialized military medicine. When soldiers return to civilian life they should GET A JOB to pay for THEIR health care!
2007-07-23 17:26:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 5⤋
Do you think its fair that you have to PAY for tri-care after serving your country for 20 years or more?
Lifetime Medical coverage WAS an enticement to stay until retirement.
2007-07-23 19:39:46 · answer #6 · answered by Ask me anything 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
No.
SSG US Army 73-82
2007-07-23 17:25:27 · answer #7 · answered by Stand-up philosopher. It's good to be the King 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋
If it is, it is the greatest example as to why we don't want socialized health care, because it SUCKS!
2007-07-23 18:11:57 · answer #8 · answered by joby10095 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
More like the most massive group plan in the country.
2007-07-23 17:27:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 3⤋
No they pay for their medicals Services by placing their lives on the line so we don't have to.
2007-07-23 17:26:38 · answer #10 · answered by kayxa 2 · 4⤊ 3⤋