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CareOregon Ends Out-of-Network Behavioral Health Coverage in Oregon

CareOregon will discontinue out-of-network behavioral health coverage for Medicaid and Medicare Advantage members, impacting 15,000 patients in Oregon. The change aligns with industry practices post-COVID-19 expansion.

Connecticut Health Insurers Propose Double-Digit 2026 Premium Hikes Amid Cost Pressures

Connecticut insurers seek double-digit health insurance premium hikes for 2026 amid rising healthcare costs and potential federal subsidy expirations, affecting thousands of ACA marketplace and small group plan enrollees.

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.

Medicare Supplement Plan G Leads Post-Plan F as Top Medigap Choice in 2025

Medicare Supplement Plan G has become the leading Medigap coverage option in 2025, offering seniors extensive protection beyond Original Medicare except for the Part B premium. Learn about costs, coverage, and plan benefits.

Ohio Medicaid Enrollment Drops Amid National Post-Pandemic Unwinding

Over 600,000 Ohioans have been disenrolled from Medicaid since 2023 amid a national unwinding process post-COVID, raising concerns about coverage and healthcare access.

U.S. Health Insurance Premiums Rise Sharply Amid Market and Regulatory Challenges

Health insurance premiums in the U.S. are rising faster than inflation and common consumer goods. This summary explores causes, market impact, and regulatory challenges in 2024 and beyond.

Medicaid Cuts and ACA Changes Hit Non-Expansion States Hard

New federal budget law containing Medicaid funding cuts and ACA changes disproportionately impact Medicaid non-expansion states, increasing uninsured numbers and straining rural hospitals.

Federal Medicare Billing Probe into UnitedHealth May Redefine Lab Diagnostics Oversight

Federal probes into UnitedHealth’s Medicare Advantage billing practices highlight potential increased regulatory oversight for clinical labs and changes to diagnostic data use in billing.

Medicare Plans Stable as Medicaid Faces Changes - Benefits Review Encouraged

Medicare remains stable amid upcoming Medicaid changes in 2026. Review benefits and prepare for Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment, Oct 15–Dec 7. Expert tips on plan adjustments and coverage details.

Oregon Awards $1.8M in Grants to Support Health Insurance Enrollment Transition

Oregon allocates $1.8 million in grants to community organizations to aid residents transitioning from Oregon Health Plan to private insurance for the upcoming enrollment period.