Delaware Department of Insurance analysis finds GLP-1 drug prices effectively stable after rebates, indicating limited impact on health insurance cost increases despite higher utilization.
Proposed Medicaid cuts in HR 1 pose financial challenges to Oregon rural hospitals and healthcare providers, potentially reducing coverage and increasing private insurance premiums.
Over half of Americans aged 18-29 face rising medical debt due to high cost-sharing and limited marketplace insurance access. Regulatory gaps and pending subsidy expirations heighten risks for young adults' insurance affordability.
UnitedHealth expects 78% of members in Medicare Advantage plans rated four stars or higher for 2026, supporting government reimbursements and financial outlook amid cost pressures.
Kaiser Family Foundation projects an 18% median rise in ACA exchange premiums for 2026, driven by market consolidation and regulatory dynamics impacting affordability and competition.
UnitedHealth Group anticipates 78% of Medicare Advantage members will be enrolled in plans rated four stars or above in 2024, enhancing eligibility for Medicare bonus payments and supporting its health insurance segment.
Medicare enrollment decisions between Advantage plans and traditional coverage are increasingly causing social tensions among seniors, fueled by misinformation and financial concerns. This dynamic affects personal relationships and highlights the complexities in senior healthcare insurance choices.
Elevance Health and leading insurers recalibrate Medicare Advantage plans and Part D coverage amid rising costs and regulatory shifts, focusing on risk management and compliance.
In 2025, the FTC settled with MediaAlpha for $45M over deceptive health insurance lead generation, including illegal telemarketing and false government affiliation claims, emphasizing enforcement of consumer protection laws in insurance marketing.
Employer health insurance premiums are projected to increase 6-7% in 2025, the largest rise in 15 years, with employers adjusting plans to balance costs and options for employees.
