Tag: Health Policy

Idaho Judge Halts UnitedHealthcare's Medicare Advantage Policies

A judge bars Idaho from acting against UnitedHealthcare's Medicare Advantage policies, underlining federal preemption in insurance regulations related to broker compensation.

Overcoming Barriers to Cancer Drug Trial Participation for Patients

Explore the challenges of patient enrollment in cancer clinical trials and how insurance reforms can improve accessibility for those in need.

Significant Medicare Regulation Changes for Durable Medical Equipment Companies

Prepare for the new Medicare regulations on DME ownership transfers impacting billing. Ensure compliance to maintain Medicare privileges efficiently.

Impact of ACA Subsidies on Insurance Market and Policyholders

Explore the impact of ACA subsidy changes on health insurance premiums and policyholders as Congress adjourns for the holidays. Stay informed!

Navigating Rising Health Care Costs: The Role of Reference Pricing in Insurance

Explore cost mitigation strategies like reference pricing in health insurance to control escalating healthcare costs and improve affordability for employees and employers.

Federal Cannabis Reclassification: Impact on Banking and Medicare Coverage

Explore the potential impacts of cannabis reclassification on banking and Medicare. Stay informed about new regulations and opportunities in the cannabis insurance sector.

House Republicans Introduce Health Care Bill Excluding ACA Subsidy Extensions

House Republicans introduced health care legislation that does not extend Affordable Care Act premium subsidies, reflecting ongoing debates over ACA subsidy policies and insurance affordability.

Ohio's Health Care Landscape Strained by ACA Credit Expirations and Medicaid Cuts

Ohio faces rising health care costs as ACA premium tax credits expire and Medicaid cuts affect nearly 500,000 residents, threatening rural hospital viability and insurance affordability.

ACA Open Enrollment Ends Amid Premium Hikes and Tax Credit Expiration Impacting Florida

The 2026 ACA open enrollment closes amid rising premiums after Congress fails to extend key tax credits, impacting Florida's health insurance market.

Expiring ACA Subsidies Threaten Behavioral Health Access and Strain Emergency Care

Expiration of enhanced ACA subsidies at end of 2025 is expected to increase premiums for millions, impacting behavioral health coverage and emergency department utilization. Health systems explore telepsychiatry and partnerships to address growing care gaps.