Massachusetts Commercial Health Insurers Propose 13.4% Average Rate Increase for 2026
Eight commercial health insurers operating in Massachusetts' merged market for individual and small business insurance have proposed an average rate increase of 13.4 percent for 2026. This significant hike is identified by the state's Division of Insurance and will impact premiums for policyholders within this segment. The rate increases reflect ongoing market dynamics and regulatory factors affecting pricing strategies in the Massachusetts health insurance market.