The U.S. pet insurance market is growing rapidly as veterinary costs rise and more pet owners seek coverage. Industry dynamics, competition, and private equity investments are shaping this expanding sector.

Ground ambulance rides are excluded from the No Surprises Act, leaving many patients exposed to surprise bills. State laws vary, and insurer concerns about premium impacts slow federal progress.

Legal challenge targets IRS's multifactor 'facts and circumstances' test, alleging it suppresses conservative nonprofits' political speech and hampers tax-exempt status approvals.

CenterWell's bid for Florida provider TVH during bankruptcy underscores insurer strategies in Medicare compliance and primary care integration.

The University of Kentucky highlights significant challenges from federal spending cuts, including Medicaid payment reductions, SNAP-Ed funding cuts, and new federal student loan limits affecting healthcare and higher education services.

New York State enforces network adequacy regulations to improve timely access and transparency in mental health and substance use disorder care for insured residents.

Curative Insurance Company retains AM Best A- rating for 3rd year, reflecting financial strength and innovative zero deductible employer health plans.

Overview of significant 2025 US federal policy changes affecting Medicaid, prior authorization reforms, vaccine recommendations, mental health crisis support, and education funding in Kansas.

The U.S. District Court vacated major parts of the 2024 HIPAA Privacy Rule on reproductive health information, impacting data privacy compliance and healthcare regulation. Covered entities must update Notices of Privacy Practices by February 2026.

Florida’s healthcare sector confronts rising premiums due to ACA subsidy expiration, regulatory shifts in nursing education, expanded support for children with disabilities, and emerging public health challenges including dengue fever and changing medical marijuana policies.