INSURASALES

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.

Medicare Sequestration Cuts Triggered by 2026 Due to New Tax Bill

The recent Republican tax legislation will trigger automatic Medicare payment cuts starting in 2026 due to sequestration mandated by the Budget Control Act, impacting provider reimbursements through 2034.

Rhode Island AG Updates Medicare Advantage Info Amid Network Changes

Rhode Island Attorney General updates consumer resources on UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plan changes due to Brown University Health network removal and CMS special election period.

Rural Health Fund Faces Distribution Challenges Amid Hospital Classification Issues

States to apply September for $50B Rural Health Fund amid Medicare cuts; concerns over urban hospitals dual-classified as rural impacting fund allocation.

CMS Price-Substitution Policy Saves $76M on Medicare Drugs Since 2013

CMS's price-substitution policy has saved $76 million for Medicare by correcting drug pricing identified by the Office of Inspector General, improving cost efficiency while maintaining access.

Massachusetts Man Pleads Guilty in $4M Medicare DME Fraud Scheme

Krishna Gidwani pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a $4M Medicare fraud involving durable medical equipment. Part of DOJ's 2025 National Health Care Fraud Takedown.

Medicare Weight Loss Drug Coverage: Legislative and Regulatory Paths

Medicare faces evolving opportunities and challenges in covering weight loss drugs through legislation like the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act and federal demonstration projects. Drug adherence and cost-effectiveness remain key issues.

Kingstone Appoints Randy L. Patten as CFO to Lead Financial Growth Strategy

Kingstone Companies appoints Randy L. Patten as CFO, enhancing financial leadership to support growth in the Northeast property and casualty insurance market.

Illinois Launches Campaign to Address Discriminatory Auto Insurance Pricing

Illinois Secretary of State launches 'Driving Change' campaign targeting socioeconomic biases in auto insurance rates. Legislation seeks to enhance transparency and rate review.