Milwaukee County signs new agreement following health insurance issue
February 5, 2026, 6:23 PM Central Time Milwaukee County has renewed medical contracts for its employees that expired at the end of 2025. The Board of Supervisors approved a five-year renewal worth $450 million with UnitedHealthcare and Optum Rx. The County Executive, David Crowley, faced criticism over an oversight that led to the dismissal of […]
One out of five claims for commercial health insurance were rejected in 2024, according to a report from Massachusetts.
Report on Denied Insurance Claims in Massachusetts According to a recent report, “other administrative denials” were the predominant reason for denied claims, making up 11.7% of all claims, which amounts to about 5.4 million. This category represents claims that did not adhere to the insurance company’s protocols, such as being filed late, lacking proper documentation, […]
Many Maryland Health Connection clients are still waiting for their insurance coverage.
BALTIMORE — According to WBAL-TV 11 News Investigates, a significant number of customers who bought health insurance through the Maryland Health Exchange are facing delays in their coverage being applied. The coverage was set to start on January 1, but it has been confirmed by Maryland Health Connection that around 4,000 customers with CareFirst insurance […]
How Climate Concerns May Be Increasing Homeowners’ Insurance Costs
Some experts are suggesting that the expanding climate-industrial complex is pushing up insurance premiums, which is, in turn, affecting consumers’ finances significantly. Recent studies indicate that homeowners insurance has surged notably in price over recent years. Prominent politicians, such as Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, have pointed to climate […]
Families are relying on thoughts and prayers as health insurance costs reach unbearable levels.
Kate Bivona, a 37-year-old musician and teacher from Tempe, Arizona, was taken aback when she and her husband reviewed their 2026 health insurance premiums. Last year, they were paying $118 monthly for a silver tier plan through the Healthcare Marketplace, a federal platform for individuals lacking employer-provided insurance. But now, the price has skyrocketed to […]
Two men face charges for health insurance fraud, and one is accused of pretending to be a doctor.
Two Men Face Multiple Fraud Charges Authorities report that a primary care physician employed an unlicensed individual at a medical practice in East Hartford, leading to significant fraudulent billing to the state’s Medicaid system. Dr. Sultan Quraishi is accused of filing $3,000 worth of false health insurance claims with the state. He faces several charges, […]
Milwaukee County benefits director dismissed due to insurance contract expiration
Milwaukee County Benefits Director Terminated After Insurance Policy Lapse Tony Mays, the benefits director for Milwaukee County, was removed from his position Monday after the health insurance contract with United Healthcare expired. This has led to significant concerns among thousands of employees and retirees regarding their coverage, potentially exposing the county to millions in unpaid […]
Insurance company refuses payment after health crisis led to wedding cancellation
Heartbreak Before a Wedding Just two days before our wedding last May, my 23-year-old brother was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor, and he had to have emergency surgery. I had taken out cancellation cover about 18 months prior. Unfortunately, we had to cancel our wedding and immediately filed a claim with Insurance Emporium. The […]
5 ways to discover affordable care without health insurance
Health Policy Changes and Their Impacts Recent health policy shifts in Washington are set to affect millions of Americans, leading to many losing their Medicaid and Affordable Care Act coverage. However, there are options still available for those in need of care. The Republicans’ proposed One Big Beautiful Bill Act aims to reduce Medicaid spending […]
In Zimbabwe, many opt for funeral insurance instead of expensive health coverage
Harare, Zimbabwe – Ngoni Mutambalaro’s uncle, Steward Ganda, 60, spent his last months at home, trying to heal from a serious illness alone. His condition caused severe leg pain, leaving him bedridden and unable to manage the small tuck shop he owned in Kambudsuma, a low-income area of Harare. Like millions of Zimbabweans who lack […]