Ohio Fights for Health Insurance Reform Amid Prior Authorization Challenges
Explore the challenges and legislative efforts in Ohio surrounding prior authorization and its impact on patient care, including a potential reform to simplify the process.
North Dakota Moves to Align State Employee Health Insurance with ACA Standards
North Dakota legislates to align state employee health insurance with ACA, increasing plan flexibility and aiming to manage rising healthcare costs without raising employee premiums.
Intensified Legal Scrutiny Over U.S. Pension Risk Transfers in 2024
Discover how the 2024 spike in pension risk transfer lawsuits underlined the urgency for fiduciaries to adhere strictly to U.S. Department of Labor guidelines to protect retiree finances.
Investigation Requested into Medicare Advantage Plan Business Practices
U.S. lawmakers are requesting a GAO investigation into Medicare Advantage organizations' business strategies, concerning adherence to federal health care spending requirements.
Summary Judgment Recommended in UnitedHealth Medicare Reimbursement Case
A case involving UnitedHealth Group and allegations of improper Medicare reimbursements highlights compliance and regulatory challenges in U.S. health insurance.
Oregon Leads with First Insurance Coverage for Psilocybin Services
Oregon's Bendable Therapy partners with Enthea Insurance to offer the first private coverage for psilocybin services, reducing costs and expanding access to psychedelic therapy.
The Affordable Care Act at 15: Evolution and Future Impact on U.S. Health Insurance
Exploring the 15-year journey of the Affordable Care Act, its impact on U.S. health insurance, and future challenges as subsidies near expiration in 2025.
California Faces Maternity Care Crisis as Hospitals Close Labor Units
California hospitals are closing labor and delivery units due to financial pressures and a declining birth rate, impacting access to maternity care and exacerbating health disparities.
U.S. Supreme Court to Review ACA Provision on Preventive Health Coverage
The U.S. Supreme Court will soon review the constitutionality of a provision under the Affordable Care Act requiring insurers to cover preventive health services as dictated by the USPSTF, potentially impacting healthcare coverage and costs.
President Trump Signs Executive Order Delaying Medicare Drug Price Negotiations
President Trump's executive order delays Medicare drug price negotiations, favoring pharmaceutical companies and potentially increasing drug costs for the public.