text: Part of the discussion that never seems to get raised is what quality and quantity of healthcare is a "human right."  I would think most compassionate people would agree that any person in an acute emergency or with a chronic severely painful ailment deserves medical care to preserve their life and reduce suffering.  But what about non-critical care?  Are all persons "entitled" to the very best and technologically advanced treatment available regardless of cost? Most everyone expects that when they show up at an ER or get an appointment at the doctors office.  At the time of receiving treatment, no one requests the "mid-grade" or "economy" level of treatment.  Everyone expects the best and if that is not delivered, medical malpractice attorneys are at their beckon call.  We need to have a discussion about how much and what level of subsidized care is a "right."  Politicians will not touch that..no matter the length of the pole.