Pritzker approves legislation to simplify the process of finding therapists who accept insurance.
Illinois Legislature Passes Bill to Improve Access to Therapists Finding therapists who accept insurance could soon get easier for Illinois residents. Governor J.B. Pritzker recently signed a bill aimed at enhancing reimbursement rates for behavioral health services. This new legislation, set to take effect in January 2027, introduces a formula for how much therapists should […]
Regence and OHSU remain in a contract impasse over insurance coverage
Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield Negotiations with OHSU There’s a situation brewing between Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield members and the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) along with Hillsboro Medical Center. They might not stay in the network much longer; contract negotiations have hit a snag. The current contract is set to expire on […]
Hold Republicans accountable for the issues with our health insurance
Potential Rising Health Insurance Premiums Health insurance premiums within the Affordable Care Act marketplace might see an increase now that Congress was unable to pass a last-minute proposal aimed at preventing this hike. It’s estimated that around 4 million individuals could risk losing their health coverage due to affordability issues. Earlier this fall, I talked […]
Kansas Republican senator anticipates the end of health insurance subsidies.
Health Insurance Subsidies in Kansas Face Uncertainty Kansas Republican senators anticipate that certain health insurance subsidies may expire soon, specifically by the end of this year. In a recent interview with Newsmax, Senator Roger Marshall expressed skepticism about the passage of a bill aimed at extending some of the insurance premium tax credits, which will […]
Health insurance costs have increased to three times the rate of wages over the past 25 years.
Health Insurance Premiums Rising Faster Than Wages According to a recent study from experts at Rice University, health insurance premiums have surged at a rate three times that of wages over the last 25 years. They discovered that employer-covered health insurance premiums rose by 342% from 1999 to 2024, while wages only increased by 119%. […]
Time is running out for Minnesotans relying on health insurance support.
Health Insurance Applications Loom for Minnesotans As the deadline to enroll in health insurance approaches, many Minnesotans are grappling with uncertainty. They have until December 15 to sign up for 2026 health insurance on the public marketplace, which starts in January. However, the exact costs remain unclear until Congress votes on extending health insurance subsidies, […]
Massachusetts is experiencing an increase in the number of people without health insurance.
Health Insurance Drop-Offs in Massachusetts Rise Over 10,000 residents in Massachusetts have opted out of their health insurance plans through the Massachusetts Health Connector, primarily due to anticipated increases in premiums as federal subsidies come to an end. As the open enrollment period deadline of December 23 approaches, Audrey Morse Gasteyer, the Executive Director of […]
Republicans propose alternatives to Obamacare as insurance prices are set to rise.
December 9, 2025, 3:08 PM ET Senate Republicans are advocating for direct financial support to Americans instead of continuing the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced subsidies, which have made health insurance more affordable for many. On December 8, Republican Senators Mike Crapo and Bill Cassidy unveiled a proposal aimed at depositing between $1,000 and $1,500 into […]
Connecticut healthcare system and insurance provider clash after contract expiration, potentially leading to increased costs for patients.
Ongoing Negotiations Between UConn Health and Aetna A week after UConn Health’s contract with Aetna, a significant health insurance provider, ended, both parties are holding firm in their negotiations. This standoff could mean that around 15,000 patients might face much higher copays for medical services. UConn Health, based in Hartford, and Aetna, which is part […]
Advocates are optimistic that the recently approved bill will encourage more therapists in Illinois to accept private health insurance.
Finding a Therapist: A Challenge for Many Carrie Carlock never expected the struggle she faced in locating a therapist for her teenager. Even as the CEO of a hospital and a board member of a significant local mental health organization, she found herself unable to secure a therapist nearby who would accept her health insurance. […]