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Hospital ACO Participation Shows Limited Impact on Emergency Department Admissions and Costs

Study finds hospital involvement in Medicare ACOs does not significantly change emergency department admission rates, length of stay, or costs, suggesting current ACO models have limited impact on acute care spending.

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.

U.S. Economy Faces Employment Stagnation, Inflation, and Market Uncertainty in 2025

Explore key factors impacting the U.S. economy in 2025 including employment slowdowns, inflation trends, tariff effects, wage stagnation, and corporate investment shifts amid regulatory changes.

Medicare Trustees Report 2025 Projects HI Trust Fund Depletion by 2033

The 2025 Medicare Trustees Report projects Hospital Insurance trust fund depletion by 2033, with increasing Medicare costs impacting beneficiaries and taxpayers. Explore implications for Medicare policy and finance.

Fidelity Estimates $172,500 in Retirement Healthcare Costs; Financial Services Embrace Digital Shift

Fidelity projects $172,500 healthcare costs for 65-year-olds retiring in 2025, as financial services accelerate shift to digital customer channels.

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.

Understanding the Medicare Cliff: Transitioning from Medicaid at 65

Explore the Medicare cliff phenomenon where older adults lose Medicaid coverage at 65, leading to increased Medicare costs and coverage changes. Understand eligibility, cost differences, and programs to ease the transition.

Colorado Health Insurance Premiums Facing Sharp Increases After Tax Credit Expiry

Colorado residents may see health insurance premiums rise up to 196% as expiring tax credits end, impacting affordability and increasing out-of-pocket costs. Regulatory reviews underway.

Pennsylvania Health Insurance Rates for 2026 Show Average 19% Increase

Pennsylvania's 2026 health insurance rates for individual and small business plans are set to rise significantly, driven by higher healthcare costs and the end of ACA premium tax credits. Public comments are open through September before final approval.

Oscar Health Drives Claims Deflation with Innovative Routing Engine Amid Profitable Growth

Oscar Health's innovative routing technology is driving claims deflation and profitability, reshaping healthcare delivery and insurance cost management in the U.S. market.