INSURASALES

Michigan Senator Flags Healthcare Funding Cuts in Federal Legislation

Senator Elissa Slotkin highlights potential adverse impacts of federal Medicaid cuts and hospital funding reductions on Michigan healthcare services and insurance costs.

Rising Specialty Drug Costs Drive Use of Controversial Employer Funding Programs

Increasing specialty drug costs lead to greater use of alternative funding programs in employer health plans, raising access and cost concerns amid rising drug prices.

U.S. Sterilization Coverage and Access: Policies, Trends, and Market Implications

Comprehensive overview of sterilization coverage, insurance policies, provider restrictions, and post-Dobbs trends affecting family planning in the U.S.

Republican Megabill Cuts Medicaid and Expands Care Tax Credits with Limited Impact

The 2025 Republican megabill introduces Medicaid cuts and expanded care tax credits, affecting access to child care, paid leave, and long-term care services with mixed outcomes.

Trump Administration Ends ACA Health Coverage Eligibility for DACA Recipients

The Trump administration ends ACA health coverage eligibility for DACA recipients, potentially affecting thousands in the U.S. insurance market and public health.

Maine Health Insurance Rates Could Increase Up to 32% in 2026 Amid Rising Costs

Maine faces proposed health insurance rate increases up to 32% in 2026 driven by rising drug costs, limited competition, Medicaid changes, and expiring premium tax credits.

Edwardsville District 7 Boosts Family Health Insurance Premium Contributions

Edwardsville District 7 advances educator health benefits by increasing family health insurance premium contributions in a new contract agreement, aligning more closely with neighboring districts.

Study Reveals Employment Challenges for Cancer Survivors in Physically Demanding Jobs

Research highlights employment and insurance challenges for cancer survivors in physically demanding jobs, emphasizing need for workplace support and occupational health integration.

Virginia Bureau of Insurance Defines Material Change Rules for Managed Care Plans

Virginia's Bureau of Insurance clarifies material change filing requirements for managed care plans, emphasizing 5% financial impact threshold and compliance penalties to guide health carriers.

Virginia Direct Care Workers Face Financial Challenges Due to Benefits Cliffs

A new report details how modest wage increases can push Virginia's direct care workers into benefits cliffs, reducing their net income and threatening workforce stability amid Medicaid and SNAP changes.