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. […]
Thousands of people in Pennsylvania may see increases in health insurance costs if Affordable Care Act tax credits are eliminated.
Millions of Americans may face steep increases in health insurance premiums if Congress fails to extend subsidies tied to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by the end of December. This concern particularly affects around half of the 500,000 residents in Pennsylvania enrolled through Penny, the state’s ACA Marketplace, as reported by the Pennsylvania Healthcare Access […]
Many Vermonters prepare for significant increases in health insurance rates.
Vermont Residents Brace for Health Insurance Hikes WAITFIELD, Vt. – As the new year approaches, pandemic-era health subsidies are on the verge of expiring, leaving many Vermonters facing unexpected insurance bills, with some experiencing significant increases. Among those affected is Paul Strafford, a self-employed individual who splits his time between project design and organizing music […]
450,000 New Yorkers will forfeit Essential Plan health insurance due to federal budget cuts.
Health Insurance Premiums in New York Face Possible Increase In New York, health insurance premiums are already among the highest nationwide, and soon, they may rise even further. The state has a particular health care plan that differs from those in other states, impacting hundreds of thousands of families. “It gives me a lot of […]
Alaska issues warning letters to four major insurance companies regarding climate regulations
Alaska Challenges Insurers Over Climate-Related Policies Alaska’s state officials issued warning letters to four main insurance firms on Monday, expressing concerns that their climate-focused policies disadvantage energy projects and may breach state insurance and consumer protection laws. This development follows Alaska’s congressional delegation’s recent push to overturn Biden administration restrictions on energy exploration in a […]
Health insurance costs will increase twofold for more than 500,000 residents in Ohio if ACA tax credits come to an end.
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Impending Financial Strain for Ohioans Hundreds of thousands of residents in Ohio might face significant financial challenges, along with potential loss of health insurance, if Congress fails to act soon to renew crucial federal premium subsidies that are set to expire. Affordable health care has unfortunately turned into a bargaining piece amidst […]