INSURASALES

US House Budget Proposal Threatens Connecticut Medicaid and ACA Coverage

The US House budget bill proposes Medicaid cuts and ACA work requirements that could cause 140,000 Connecticut residents to lose coverage, raising uninsured rates and healthcare costs.

Vermont Hospitals’ High Drug Markups Spark Calls for Systemic Health Care Reform

Vermont hospitals face scrutiny for high outpatient drug markups driving health insurance costs. Lawmakers consider drug price caps amid calls for systemic health care financing reforms.

PTC Enhancements Expire in 2026, Risking Coverage Loss for Millions

The temporary expansion of the Health Premium Tax Credit under Obamacare is ending in 2026, potentially causing 3.7 million Americans to lose subsidized health insurance due to higher premiums and reduced eligibility. Key legislative updates and compliance considerations detailed.

North Carolina Legislature Advances Transparency and Regulation for Pharmacy Benefit Managers

North Carolina moves forward with legislative efforts to regulate pharmacy benefit managers, aiming to increase transparency and fair reimbursement for independent pharmacies amid rising drug prices.

Florida Healthcare Cybersecurity Breaches Expose Millions of Patient Records

Recent data breaches in Florida's healthcare sector have exposed millions of patient records, emphasizing urgent cybersecurity investment and enhanced defenses against phishing and fraud.

Harford Mutual and MIB Group Announce Board Updates for 2025

Harford Mutual and MIB Group announce key board of directors changes for 2025, highlighting new appointments and leadership roles that reflect strategic focus on insurance innovation and governance.

Hospice Industry Faces Regulatory and Medicare Advantage Integration Challenges in 2025

Hospices confront rising operational costs, increased audits, and potential Medicare Advantage coverage changes in 2025, impacting hospice care delivery and financial sustainability.

SCAN Wins 2025 Hearst Health Prize for Innovative Medicare Advantage Care Platform

SCAN received the 2025 Hearst Health Prize for its PATH platform, enhancing home-based primary care with data integration and risk stratification for Medicare Advantage seniors.

Rising Homeowners Insurance Costs Drive Coverage Gaps and Community Risks

Rising homeowners insurance premiums are causing coverage gaps, increasing foreclosures and impacting community stability across the U.S. Market transparency and resilience investment are key to addressing this trend.

Cotality Study Quantifies U.S. Hurricane Exposure and Insurance Market Impacts

Cotality report details over 33 million U.S. homes at risk from hurricane damage with $11.7 trillion potential reconstruction costs, impacting insurance premiums and housing markets nationwide.