The Gazette also reported that "there will be a limited fund to provide financial assistance for those who exceed the stop-loss for co-payments in 1996."
While Williams was generally pleased with the plan, she said she wished it wasn't necessary.
"I'd love to live in a world where there's no such thing as a copayment," said Williams. "Nobody I know goes to the doctor cause they're bored and they're looking for something to do."
The Gazette also reported that Harvard will offer four new health plans in 1997, including three point-of-service plans and one Health Maintenance Organization (HMO).
Williams said she was pleased with this development.
"I think it's a good move for the University to explore more options within that kind of health care providing," said Williams. "I think it's a good response to the health care dilemna that all employers are facing.