The MAGI rules apply to eligibility determinations for CHP+ and most Health First Colorado programs, except for those programs for individuals over 65 years old and/or for people who have a disability. The use of MAGI standardizes income eligibility rules across all states.
That's one reason Thomson's first set will cost $8,000 and Zenith's $10,000. Still, all of the manufacturers swear that the prices will fall -- and fast. This isn't of concern just to them. Television stations that begin digital broadcasting, starting on Nov. 1, are spending millions to make the transition.
Looking at two yearsâ worth of TV price data, they found that prices decline over time after the debut of a new model. A TV that hits the market this spring for $1,100 could cost as little as $650 by the time the following yearâs Super Bowl sales roll around.