INSURASALES

CMS Notifies 103,000 Medicare Beneficiaries of Fraudulent Account Breach

CMS alerts 103,000 Medicare beneficiaries of a recent scam involving fraudulent Medicare.gov account creations, exposing sensitive personal and healthcare data. Learn about CMS's cybersecurity response and prevention measures.

Civitas Survey Highlights Medicare Quality Improvement Organizations’ Impact and Future Needs

Survey by Civitas Networks for Health shows Medicare Quality Improvement Organizations generated $4.7B savings and highlights recommendations for program enhancements focusing on data interoperability, onsite training, and workforce retention.

Federal Judge Halts Key CMS Staffing Rules for Long-Term Care Facilities

A federal court has blocked key staffing requirements in the 2024 CMS rule for long-term care facilities, creating regulatory uncertainty amid ongoing litigation and legislative attempts to pause implementation until 2034.

Humana Expands Medicaid Managed Care with Virginia Cardinal Care

Humana Healthy Horizons now offers Medicaid managed care coverage to Virginia Cardinal Care beneficiaries, enhancing integrated health services and behavioral health support.

Wyoming Implements Medicare Birthday Rule to Enhance Medigap Market Competition

Wyoming adopts a Medicare birthday rule allowing seniors to switch Medicare Supplement plans annually without denial, boosting competition and affordability in the Medigap market.

North Carolina Updates Auto Insurance Rules Effective July 1

North Carolina's new auto insurance rules effective July 1 introduce higher liability limits, surcharges for new drivers, and changes to moving violation points, affecting premiums and policy management.

Earthquake Insurance Coverage Gaps Leave Millions in 42 States at Risk

Millions across 42 U.S. states face financial exposure to earthquake damage due to low earthquake insurance uptake. Standard policies often exclude quake damage, requiring specialized coverage.

California Wildfire Risks Drive Insurance Withdrawal and Market Strain

Explore how California's wildfire crisis is leading to insurance coverage losses, premium hikes, and new regulatory strategies impacting homeowners and insurers alike.

Insurance Sector Faces Downward Pressure Amid Market Rotation and Rising Risks

The insurance sector experiences stock declines influenced by rising natural disaster risks, legal challenges, and sector rotation, impacting property and health insurers' market dynamics in the U.S.

CMS Pilots Medicare Pre-Authorization Requirements in Six States

CMS launches a six-year pilot requiring pre-authorizations for 17 medical services in traditional Medicare across six states, aiming to control costs and reduce service overuse.