Covered CA anticipates 400,000 policyholders will be left uncertain if health care subsidies are not renewed.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Covered California, the state’s program for health plans under the Affordable Care Act, is getting ready for potential fallout if federal authorities opt not to extend health care subsidies that were put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Jessica Altman, the executive director of Covered California, the program currently enrolls […]
12-year-old with scoliosis requests a surgery that her insurance claims is too experimental to be covered
Insurance Denies Coverage for Scoliosis Surgery Anne-Marie Hukried has repeatedly pushed back against her insurance company’s decision to deny coverage for her daughter Vivian’s scoliosis surgery. This is the third time she has challenged the ruling. Each time, the outcome has been the same. Aetna maintains that the surgery recommended by doctors for Vivian, who […]
JEPI, the Covered Call ETF That Sparked a Craze, Has Declined. Here’s What Happens Next.
Understanding Covered Call ETFs: Trends and Risks Covered call exchange-traded funds (ETFs) aren’t exactly a new concept. However, there’s been a noticeable surge in the zeal with which investors are snapping them up. It feels as if there’s this “can’t miss out” attitude surrounding them that’s become almost compulsive. The premise here is straightforward: buy […]
Nvidia Stock Appears Ready for Covered Calls After Earnings
Nvidia’s Financials: Strong Performance, Mixed Market Reaction Nvidia’s recent financial results were impressive, but the stock price movement told a different story. Initially, the stock soared, but then profits faded, and it returned to pre-earnings levels—a common occurrence when the market fully digests headline numbers. As major stocks settle after significant announcements, trading ranges tend […]
Around 400,000 Californians may lose access to Covered CA if Congress does not continue funding.
San Francisco – A Critical Moment for Covered California This year’s discussion around Covered California emerges amid significant uncertainties. If Congress chooses not to extend specific tax credits, the implications could be serious. In fact, a potential government shutdown might drive premiums up for many healthcare policyholders. Under current agreements, a substantial number of Californians […]
JPMorgan claims that Charlie Javice’s $60M legal expenses covered upgrades to hotel rooms.
JPMorgan Accuses Charlie Jarvis of Misusing Legal Funds JPMorgan Chase & Co. has claimed that Charlie Jarvis, a convicted fraudster, misused the bank’s financial support for his legal expenses. This includes allegedly charging daily hotel room upgrades during his criminal proceedings, as detailed in a recent court document. In a filing to the Delaware Court […]
High yields of covered call ETFs come with a catch
Growing Interest in Covered Call ETFs: Weighing Benefits and Risks As retail investors increasingly gravitate towards exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that employ covered call strategies, experts are cautioning that there are trade-offs to consider. Supporters claim these investments are a valuable option for those seeking income, while critics suggest they may lead to reduced long-term returns […]
I turned 65 in April, but I’m still working and covered by my employer’s health plan. I was told not to enroll in Medicare, but now I’m worried I made a wrong choice. What should I do?
I turned 65 in April 2025, and I’m still working with my employer’s high deductible health plan. I reached out to Medicare for guidance on enrollment, and they advised me against signing up for Part A for now, even though it’s free. They also suggested I shouldn’t enroll in Part B or D, mentioning that […]
Troubled Staten Island teenager who killed his mother’s boyfriend told his sister, ‘I did something wrong,’ when she got home to see him covered in blood.
A troubled teenage girl, accused of attacking her mother’s boyfriend, returned home in Staten Island on Monday after school. Upon arrival, she stumbled upon her older brother covered in blood and reportedly said to him, “You did something bad, go to your room,” according to an official. She then made her way into the house, […]
Comer seeks clarification on expenses for illegal immigrant healthcare covered by taxpayers
House Committee Investigates Medical Costs Associated with Illegal Immigration James Kommer, who chairs the House Committee on Surveillance and Government Reform, is calling for clarity on the medical expenditures linked to illegal immigrant taxpayers. This inquiry follows a report from the Congressional Budget Office which claims that approximately $16.2 billion was spent on “Medicaid-funded emergency […]