Covered California premiums to rise almost 10% as many face challenges in affording insurance.
Premium Increases for Covered California Plans Health insurers have increased premiums on Covered California plans by nearly 10% for the second consecutive year, causing customer payments to rise amid a drop in enrollment of about 170,000 individuals. Officials announced that prices for plans offered through California’s health insurance marketplace, also known as the Affordable Care […]
Massachusetts officials approve significant increases in health insurance premiums
Fallon Health’s spokesperson, Melissa Randall, acknowledged the department’s decision and expressed a desire to continue discussions as the review process unfolds. Randall emphasized that as a not-for-profit community health plan, Fallon Health aims to keep premium increases low, boasting the smallest average premium rises for its Health Connector offering between 2024 and 2026. “Our mission […]
Rep. Diana Harshbarger’s proposal would mandate that insurance companies cover detransition.
Detransitioner Chloe Cole: I was their experiment | The Riley Gaines Show Riley Gaines recently spoke with Chloe Cole, a notable figure in the anti-transition movement, about her journey involving puberty blockers, testosterone, and surgeries at a young age. Chloe expressed her belief that minors are incapable of giving informed consent for such impactful medical […]
Data breach at AssuranceAmerica affects almost 7 million individuals’ auto insurance information
AssuranceAmerica, an auto insurance company working with independent agents, has reported a significant data breach that impacted around 7 million individuals. The breach exposed sensitive personal information, including driver’s license numbers, related to their auto insurance clients. The company detected unusual activity on March 17, 2026, following a targeted attack on an employee the day […]
Missouri prohibits insurance companies from setting time limits on anesthesia coverage.
Governor Signs Health Care Bill in Missouri Columbia, Missouri On Monday, Governor Mike Kehoe signed House Bill 2372, which aims to revamp various health care laws in the state. The bill was brought forth by State Rep. Tara Peters (R-Phelps County) and State Sen. Mike Bernscotter (R-Cole County). A significant part of the legislation prevents […]
Liberty Mutual ends condo insurance policy in California after a decade.
I never imagined I’d be penning this as a proud homeowner in Los Angeles. Last week, I got a notification from Liberty Mutual saying they would cancel my condo insurance policy effective October 3rd. No real explanation was provided related to my claims history or finances; it just seemed to be a sweeping decision as […]
Worries about a major earthquake prompt Californians to seek out insurance.
Earthquake Insurance Costs Surge in California Recent earthquakes in California have not only shaken the ground but also impacted homeowners financially, with rising insurance costs becoming a major concern. As residents brace for potential large-scale disasters, they’re discovering that insurance policies may come with hefty price tags and surprisingly few benefits. A broker mentioned that […]
Nevada experiences decline in health insurance marketplace sign-ups as subsidies expire
Decline in ACA Enrollment in Nevada Enrollment in Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans in Nevada has seen a notable drop of 12.5% since the end of the open enrollment period in January. This decrease is significant—about double what the state experienced last year—and it seems to point to rising rates and reduced subsidies pushing some […]
Governor Scott signs order to reduce health insurance expenses
MONTPELIER, Vt. Vermont Governor Phil Scott signed an executive order on Wednesday aimed at improving the accessibility and affordability of insurance as rising health care costs continue to impact employers and families. Dawn Pawlowski, who works with OM Fisher Home Inc., supports seniors across several assisted living facilities in central Vermont. She described their organization […]
New index ranks California counties by the cost of insurance.
California’s Housing Market Faces Insurance Challenges California’s once-ideal housing market is becoming increasingly complicated when it comes to insurance. According to a new national map from Insurify, California ranks as the least uninsured state on the West Coast. Both Los Angeles and Santa Cruz counties boast scores over 95 on the Home Insurance Risk Index, […]