House Speaker Mike Johnson declines to guarantee a House vote on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies as shutdown negotiations continue, highlighting conflict over health care policy and government funding.

Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are driving significant growth in Medicare Advantage enrollment in 2025, with chronic condition and dual-eligible SNPs leading gains. Institutional SNPs decline amid evolving care models.

The 2026 ACA open enrollment starts as enhanced premium tax credits expire, causing premium hikes and coverage losses for millions, especially marginalized groups.

The University of Maine System will switch its health insurance to Anthem starting in 2024, despite ongoing contract disputes between Anthem and Northern Light Health, impacting network access for employees.

Globe Life delivers strong Q3 2025 financial results with increased net income and underwriting income driven by life and health insurance growth and stable investment yields.

Medicare Part B premiums are set to rise significantly in 2026 amid medical inflation, while Part D prescription drug costs slightly decline nationally. Enrollment opens October 15 for plan changes including Medicare Advantage and Medigap options.

Federal court upholds CMS's star rating methods after Humana challenges foreign language interpreter test policy, impacting Medicare Advantage market competition and insurer revenues.

Explore key distinctions between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans for 2025, including coverage, costs, provider choice, and supplemental benefits to guide Medicare enrollment decisions.

Explore the impact of inflation and regulatory changes on Medicare coverage, including rising premiums, Medigap cost increases, and the critical December 7 enrollment deadline for beneficiaries.

CDPHP earns top NCQA and CMS 4.5-star ratings in 2025 for commercial and Medicare health plans, highlighting strong quality and member care in New York's insurance market.