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Evers cautions about a $284M burden on taxpayers from the ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ risking health insurance for thousands.

Evers cautions about a $284M burden on taxpayers from the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' risking health insurance for thousands.

Concerns Over Future Costs for Wisconsinites MADISON – A recent estimate from Governor Tony Evers’ office reveals a troubling outlook for many residents in Wisconsin due to the so-called “big beautiful bill.” The Evers Administration’s estimates highlight potential financial impacts on taxpayers, particularly regarding health insurance and food assistance. In a press release issued on […]

Vermont health care regulator endorses the smallest insurance premium hikes since 2022.

Vermont health care regulator endorses the smallest insurance premium hikes since 2022.

Vermont Health Care Regulators Adjust Insurance Premium Increases Vermont’s leading health care regulators have instructed health insurance companies operating under the state’s affordable care law to implement a yearly premium increase that is notably lower than what these companies had proposed earlier this year. On Friday, the Green Mountain Care Board revealed its final decision […]

Health insurance costs in Minnesota expected to increase in 2026

Health insurance costs in Minnesota expected to increase in 2026

Increase in Health Insurance Premiums Expected for Minnesotans Health insurance premiums for many Minnesota residents are projected to rise in 2026. This increase, influenced by escalating healthcare costs, comes as federal grants aimed at making coverage more affordable will come to an end at the close of 2025. The Minnesota Department of Commerce has released […]

Health insurance costs are expected to increase next year, according to brokers and experts.

Health insurance costs are expected to increase next year, according to brokers and experts.

Rising Healthcare Costs Impacting Insurance Coverage Expensive prescriptions and ongoing medical costs are becoming a significant burden for insurance companies and employers, leading some patients to potentially foot more of the bill beginning next year. The health insurance landscape might see increased costs across various sectors by 2026, which could result in diminished coverage. This […]

Experts and brokers predict an increase in health insurance costs next year.

Experts and brokers predict an increase in health insurance costs next year.

Rising Healthcare Costs Strain Insurance Companies Expensive prescriptions and ongoing medical expenses are increasingly burdening insurance companies and employers, leading to a potential shift where patients might begin covering these costs next year. By 2026, many might see health insurance prices rise, possibly limiting coverage options. This could translate into higher out-of-pocket expenses for doctor […]

Summa Health will stop scheduling patients with out-of-network insurance.

Summa Health will stop scheduling patients with out-of-network insurance.

Changes to SUMMA Health System’s Insurance Policy AKRON, Ohio – Beginning September 1, SUMMA Health System will no longer accept non-emergency patients with out-of-network insurance plans. This new rule, which affects walk-in services at Summa Health Urgent Care Centers, as well as Laboratory and Radiology Services, won’t apply to emergency services mandated by the Emergency […]

7 strategies to respond when your health insurance denies your prior authorization

7 strategies to respond when your health insurance denies your prior authorization

When Sally Knicks discovered that her health insurance provider wouldn’t cover costly, doctor-prescribed treatments for her neurological pain, she was ready to stand up and fight. After several years of navigating conflicting decisions and changing insurance companies, she finally got the green light for treatment in January. Now, she dedicates her time and energy to […]

Maryland patients await final insurance deal between Johns Hopkins and UnitedHealthcare.

Maryland patients await final insurance deal between Johns Hopkins and UnitedHealthcare.

Potential Loss of Insurance Coverage for Patients at Johns Hopkins As of Monday, around 60,000 medical patients from the Maryland region associated with Johns Hopkins may be losing insurance coverage under UnitedHealthCare (UHC). This outcome follows months of stalled negotiations between the two organizations. Patient advocates expressed concerns last Friday, noting that the situation would […]