Tag: Health Insurance

Ireland’s Private Health Insurance Market Sees 35% Cost Growth Amid Shifting Landscape

Ireland’s private health insurance market grew by 35% in claims cost over five years, reflecting shifts in healthcare provision and policy under Sláintecare. Private hospitals and employer-sponsored insurance shape market dynamics.

Reducing Reclassification Risk in Health Insurance Through Long-Term Contracts

Explore how long-term health insurance contracts with one-sided commitment can mitigate reclassification risk, improve market efficiency, and the role of government in insuring pre-market health risks.

Expansion of Inexpensive Non-ACA Health Plans by State Farm Bureaus

State farm bureaus are expanding low-cost health insurance plans for farmers that do not comply with ACA requirements, amid subsidy expirations and political debates on health care funding.

Colorado Health Insurance Enrollment Dips Amid Rising Premiums and Expiring Federal Subsidies

Colorado health insurance enrollment declines slightly for 2026 amid premium increases and federal subsidy expirations, with state assistance programs mitigating coverage gaps.

Kaiser Poll Highlights Growing Concern Over ACA Premium Increases and Subsidy Extensions

Kaiser Family Foundation poll reveals rising concerns over ACA premium increases and strong support for subsidy extensions, impacting health insurance markets and regulatory strategies.

Iowa Small Business Owner Advocates Repeal of ACA Mandates to Lower Insurance Costs

Iowa small business owner testifies before Senate, advocating for repeal of ACA mandates to reduce rising employer-sponsored insurance premiums and allow flexible Association Health Plans.

Medicare 2025 Open Enrollment Ends December 7: Key Insights

Medicare’s 2025 open enrollment period ends December 7. Learn key details on plan options, enrollment processes, and compliance for insurance professionals.

Aetna Medicare Advantage Plans Losing Acceptance at South County Hospital in 2026

From 2026, Aetna Medicare Advantage individual plans will no longer be accepted at South County Hospital for surgical and outpatient services due to contract renewal impasse. Ongoing negotiations may impact Washington County patients.

Medicare Advantage Growth Raises Care Access and Cost Concerns for Providers

Medicare Advantage plans see rising enrollment amid care access and cost challenges for providers and beneficiaries, prompting regulatory scrutiny and legislative proposals.

Government Death Record Errors Disrupt Health Insurance and Medicare Coverage

Explore how Social Security death record errors can jeopardize health insurance and Medicare coverage, impacting patient access and government data integrity.