INSURASALES

ACA Premium Tax Credit Expiration Could Trigger Major Coverage and Cost Shifts

The potential expiration of the ACA enhanced premium tax credit by the end of 2025 could lead to significant health insurance premium increases and coverage losses, with lawmakers negotiating extensions amid broader economic pressures.

Government Shutdown Looms Over GOP Divide on ACA Subsidy Extensions

The U.S. government shutdown risk intensifies as GOP internal conflicts hinder negotiations over extending Affordable Care Act enhanced subsidies, affecting health insurance market dynamics and political strategies.

NY Federal Judge Dismisses GE Pension Risk Transfer Lawsuit

A New York judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging General Electric's pension risk transfer to Athene, affirming the legality of PRT deals under ERISA and supporting insurer participation in pension risk markets.

U.S. Health Care Jobs Growth Faces Pressure from Immigration and Medicaid Cuts

Despite strong health care job growth driving U.S. employment gains in 2025, new immigration restrictions and major Medicaid cuts threaten the sector's future workforce expansion and stability.

Georgia Secures Federal Extension for Medicaid Work Requirement Program

Georgia obtains a one-year federal extension for its Medicaid Pathways to Coverage work requirement program, with eased reporting rules and expanded eligibility, amid administrative cost scrutiny.

K–12 Cybersecurity Transforms with AI to Build Resilient School Systems

Explore how U.S. K-12 schools are evolving cybersecurity with AI, data governance, and collaboration to build resilient systems and reduce cyber insurance costs.

Pharma’s New Patient Access Website: A Signal for Insurers?

PhRMA introduces an online platform connecting patients with discounted pharmaceuticals as the U.S. government pressures drug companies to reform pricing and distribution.

DOJ Sues California Medicaid Plan Over $320M Misused Federal Funds

The DOJ sues Inland Empire Health Plan for allegedly misusing $320 million in federal Medicaid surplus funds, highlighting compliance challenges in managed care programs.

Trump Executive Order Expands 401(k) Access to Private Equity and Alternatives

President Trump's executive order expands 401(k) investment options to include private equity and alternative assets, offering new diversification opportunities while raising fiduciary and regulatory considerations for retirement plans.

When Coverage Falls Short: A Shark Attack, a Prosthetic Hand, and a Bizzare Insurance Dilemma

Virginia woman denied $73,000 myoelectric prosthetic hand by Cigna Healthcare highlights insurance coverage gaps for advanced prosthetics. Insurers consider benefit updates.