Health insurance expenses for 22 million uncertain as shutdown starts
As the first government shutdown since 2019 unfolds, GOP leaders are asserting that they will boost subsidies for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) plan until at least mid-November. “We won’t let ourselves be held hostage over more than a trillion dollars in new spending while looking for a resolution,” said Senate Majority Leader John Thune […]
Rep. Mike Lawler claims Hochul is not making insurance companies pay sex abuse victims.
New York State Representative Michael Lawler has criticized Governor Kathy Hochul for not compelling insurance companies to handle claims from numerous sexual assault victims who have filed lawsuits under the Child Victims Act. “The Child Victims Act was enacted nearly seven years ago to provide a path to justice for many who have suffered in […]
A shutdown might leave the federal flood insurance program in trouble.
With the government anticipated to shut down on Wednesday, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) may not be able to issue new policies or updates. This situation could create significant complications for homeowners and those involved in real estate transactions. If current policies under NFIP, managed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), expire, homeowners […]
Residents of Wyoming prepare for rising health insurance costs as changes to the marketplace approach.
Budget planning has recently become a source of stress and worry for Jessica Brower, who lives in Laramie. As the executive director of the Laramie Plains Civic Center, she relies on health insurance obtained from the Affordable Care Act marketplace. The advance premium tax credit, a key feature of this program, helps reduce her premium […]
An insurance company is posing a new challenge to healthcare in the United States.
Insurance Companies Continue to Innovate On October 1st, Cigna introduced a new policy that closely examines how doctors charge for services. It flags physicians who frequently bill for Level 4 or Level 5 visits. Those doctors might receive higher reimbursements compared to their counterparts. However, if claims appear unjustifiable, some of these higher-level visits could […]
Trump administration alerts that millions may lose flood insurance if Democrats oppose the bill
Flood Insurance Risks Looming as Deadline Approaches As the September 30 funding deadline draws near, the Trump administration has issued a warning that millions of Americans may lose their flood insurance coverage if Democrats do not support the House spending bill aimed at extending the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The White House is backing […]
Health insurance company in Alabama faces data breach impacting 5,000 customers
Data Breach Affects Thousands of Alabama Health Insurance Members A health insurance company based in Alabama has reported that nearly 5,000 of its members were impacted by a data breach that exposed sensitive health information online. Viva Health, in conjunction with Alabama’s electricity employee insurance providers, announced in a press release that they discovered the […]
Many Oregonians will experience significant increases in health insurance premiums in 2026 as temporary ACA subsidies come to an end.
Impact of Expiring Health Insurance Credits in Oregon Over 111,000 Oregonians who buy health insurance through the state’s affordable care market face hefty increases in their premiums for next year, unless Congress steps in. The situation stems from the fact that Republicans in Congress chose not to renew key taxes, which were part of a […]
OHSU Creates Policy to Redirect Patients With Out-of-Network Insurance
OHSU’s New Policy on Out-of-Network Insurance Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) is taking steps to handle patient flow when it comes to out-of-network insurance, aiming to support its budgetary needs. This shift could influence where many individuals in Oregon receive their healthcare services. The recently introduced policy specifies the procedures OHSU administrators must follow […]
Most states see health insurance marketplace rate increases exceeding 20 percent, according to Cantwell.
Health Insurance Price Increases Looming This Fall Data from Senator Maria Cantwell’s office indicates that people with the top market insurance plans in many states should brace for significant price hikes this fall. Cantwell has called on Congressional leaders and President Trump to explore options for extending expired healthcare grants. On Thursday, she released a […]