Report Challenges Michigan Auto No-Fault Law Impact on Insurance Rates and Coverage

Report Challenges Michigan Auto No-Fault Law Impact on Insurance Rates and Coverage

A new Milliman report challenges claims that Michigan's 2019 auto no-fault law lowered insurance rates and reduced uninsured drivers, showing increased premiums and coverage gaps.

Congress ACA Deadline Looms While Premium Spike Fears Intensify Across the Industry

Congress ACA Deadline Looms While Premium Spike Fears Intensify Across the Industry

Congress faces a deadline to extend ACA subsidies that prevent premium hikes for millions, but partisan divisions create uncertainty amid a critical midterm election year.

CMS Finalizes 2026 OPPS Rule: Payment Updates and Policy Changes for Outpatient Care

CMS Finalizes 2026 OPPS Rule: Payment Updates and Policy Changes for Outpatient Care

CMS’s 2026 OPPS final rule updates outpatient payment policies, adjusts 340B drug recoupment, extends site-neutral payment models, expands ASC services, and enhances hospital price transparency requirements effective January 2026.

Expanded HSA Eligibility Faces Limits As ACA Premiums Skyrocket

Expanded HSA Eligibility Faces Limits As ACA Premiums Skyrocket

Republican proposals to expand Health Savings Account eligibility for ACA enrollees face legal limits and premium cost challenges amid expiring subsidies.

CMS Proposes Major 2027 Medicare Advantage, Part D Rule Revisions

CMS Proposes Major 2027 Medicare Advantage, Part D Rule Revisions

CMS proposes extensive 2027 changes to Medicare Advantage and Part D, including Star Ratings overhaul and $14B spending increase. Insurers should assess impacts on quality bonuses and compliance.

Senate Democrats Push Clean Extension of ACA Tax Credits Amid Healthcare Cost Debate

Senate Democrats Push Clean Extension of ACA Tax Credits Amid Healthcare Cost Debate

Senate Democrats advance a clean three-year extension of enhanced ACA tax credits to prevent health insurance premium hikes, spotlighting the ongoing legislative healthcare debate in the U.S.

Georgia Homeowner's Battle Over Fraudulent Insurance Claim Highlights Industry Data Risks

Georgia Homeowner's Battle Over Fraudulent Insurance Claim Highlights Industry Data Risks

A Georgia homeowner's struggle with a fraudulent fire damage claim exposes gaps in insurance claim verification and the impact of inaccurate records in the C.L.U.E. database on premiums.

GAO Uncovers Extensive Fraud in ACA Marketplace Subsidies Impacting Costs

GAO Uncovers Extensive Fraud in ACA Marketplace Subsidies Impacting Costs

GAO report reveals systemic fraud in ACA marketplace subsidies, causing billions in improper payments and driving up healthcare costs. Policy reforms seek to improve program integrity and reduce premiums.

When Whole Life Policies Come Full Circle

When Whole Life Policies Come Full Circle

U.S. Tax Court decision clarifies tax implications of whole life insurance policy loans and surrenders, highlighting key IRS compliance issues for insurers and policyholders.

Senate Debates Bipartisan Options on ACA Tax Credit Extensions Amid Premium Surge

Senate Debates Bipartisan Options on ACA Tax Credit Extensions Amid Premium Surge

The Senate faces key decisions on extending Affordable Care Act tax credits with bipartisan negotiations ongoing amid rising premiums. GOP and Democrats explore health savings accounts and association health coverage proposals to manage costs.