INSURASALES

Pennsylvania Health Insurance Premiums Set for Significant Increase in 2026

Pennsylvania insurance carriers propose average 19% premium hikes for ACA plans in 2026 amid expiring federal tax credits. State review ongoing; public comment open through Sept. 2.

CBO to Release Updated Federal Budget, Demographic, and Economic Projections for Fiscal Year 2025

The Congressional Budget Office will publish updated federal budget deficit estimates, demographic trends, and economic forecasts for fiscal year 2025, incorporating recent legislative and administrative changes.

Medicare Part D Premiums May Rise Up to $50 Monthly in 2025

Medicare Part D enrollees may face significant premium hikes up to $50 monthly in 2025 due to increased drug spending, policy changes, and reduced federal stabilization funding. Compare plans during open enrollment.

Federal Court Upholds CMS Medicare Advantage Star Ratings, Denies Elevance Health Lawsuit

Texas federal judge rules against Elevance Health in lawsuit over Medicare Advantage star ratings, impacting $375 million in bonus revenue. CMS methodologies upheld.

Urban Hospitals Exploit Medicare Dual Classification to Access Rural Benefits

Urban hospitals are increasingly using Medicare's dual classification to claim rural benefits, impacting funding for truly rural hospitals and raising policy concerns.

Oklahoma's Insurance Rate System Linked to High Property Premiums

Oklahoma's file-and-use insurance rate system contributes to the nation's highest property insurance premiums, contrasting with California's cost-saving prior-approval model. This analysis explores regulatory impacts on homeowner and auto insurance rates.

U.S. Economy Faces Employment Stagnation, Inflation, and Market Uncertainty in 2025

Explore key factors impacting the U.S. economy in 2025 including employment slowdowns, inflation trends, tariff effects, wage stagnation, and corporate investment shifts amid regulatory changes.

Survey Reveals Homeowner Insurance Knowledge Gap Across Generations

A Guardian Service survey finds a significant gap between homeowner confidence and actual insurance knowledge, highlighting generational differences and implications for the property insurance industry.

Atlantic American (AAME) Stock Surges 24.5% on Technical Breakout

Atlantic American (AAME) stock surges 24.5% intraday, driven by a technical breakout with key indicators signaling bullish momentum in the insurance sector niche.

Connecticut Medicare Advantage Plan Raises Access Concerns Despite Cost Savings

Connecticut's shift to Medicare Advantage for state retirees saves $1.7 billion but raises access and prior authorization concerns. Efforts to restore traditional Medicare options underway.