APS commits to increased openness in selecting next year’s health insurance provider
Arlington Schools Start New Health Insurance Negotiation Timeline School officials in Arlington are aiming to keep employees informed as they plan for a new health insurance agreement next year. Board member Mary Kadela emphasized the importance of ensuring that everyone understands the forthcoming process. The current healthcare contract with CareFirst is set to expire in […]
Nevada is introducing one of the initial public health insurance options. Here’s what you need to know.
New Health Insurance Option for Nevadans This Fall This fall, residents of Nevada seeking health insurance through the state’s Affordable Care Act Marketplace will have a new budget-friendly alternative called the Battle Born State Plan. This initiative stems from legislation passed in 2021 which aimed to lower premiums and create more affordable public health insurance […]
Pittsburgh Hospitals Alleged to Mislead to Obtain Insurance Coverage for Hormones for Transgender Youth
Review of Transgender Services for Children Under Trump Administration President Trump’s administration is currently evaluating medical facilities that offer transgender services to minors, following allegations of “fraudulent billing practices” at a hospital in Pittsburgh. According to a court document, the U.S. Department of Justice has purportedly gathered “evidence” indicating potential fraud at UPMC Children’s Hospital, […]
Without Obamacare support, this couple’s insurance costs are expected to rise nearly $2,000.
Rising Health Insurance Premiums Raise Concern for Families At the end of September, Laurel Vincenti got a letter from Blue Cross Blue Shield, letting her know that the subsidy that had helped cover most of her health insurance would be ending soon. This news means her monthly premiums, currently around $400, will likely increase significantly. […]
Certain Medicare Advantage plans will not be available in parts of the Driftless Area, forcing residents to seek new insurance options.
Overview • Several organizations are discontinuing Medicare Advantage plans in parts of the Driftless area. • Many residents in Wisconsin and Minnesota will need to seek new insurance options during open enrollment. • These changes are attributed to limits on prescription drug costs and decreased payments from Medicare to insurance companies. VIROQUA, Wis. — A […]
Could Washington residents see their health insurance costs double?
Healthcare Tax Credit Conflict Fuels Federal Shutdown A disagreement over health care tax credits is the key issue driving the current federal government shutdown. Democrats are pushing to continue these subsidies, while many Republicans are advocating for their expiration. This impasse means that numerous residents in Washington will face tough decisions regarding their health insurance: […]
Chubb insurance CEO faces scrutiny over ties to China
New Campaign Targets Chubb Insurance CEO Over Ties to China Consumers Research, a prominent nonprofit dedicated to consumer advocacy, has launched a campaign against the insurance company Chubb Ltd. and its CEO, Evan Greenberg. This initiative claims to highlight the company’s “deep relationship with consumers,” but it’s really part of a broader effort that aims […]
Health insurance premiums are set for a significant increase in 2026.
Federal Employees Facing Health Insurance Premium Increases Federal employees and pensioners are bracing for another significant rise in health insurance premiums this year for both the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) and the Postal Service Health Benefits (PSHB) programs. As announced by the Office of Personnel Management, FEHB members will see an average premium increase […]
Some Medicare Advantage plans will not be available in certain counties of the Driftless Area, leaving residents seeking new insurance options.
Overview • Several organizations are ceasing Medicare Advantage coverage in various counties within the Driftless region. • Thousands of residents in Wisconsin and Minnesota will need to find new insurance plans during the open enrollment period. • These changes stem from limitations on prescription drug costs and reductions in Medicare contract payments to insurers. VIROQUA, […]
Oregon reveals 2026 health insurance rates, cautions about potential steep increases in premiums and out-of-pocket expenses.
Oregon’s 2026 Health Rate Announcement The Oregon Department of Financial Regulation revealed on Wednesday that it has finalized the health insurance rates for individual and small group plans for 2026. This announcement comes after a lengthy period filled with uncertainty and delays at the federal level that disrupted the usual review process. According to the […]