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Tag: Healthcare Costs

Medicare Part B Premiums to Rise Nearly 10% in 2026, Impacting Seniors' Net Income

Medicare Part B premiums will increase by nearly 10% in 2026, consuming much of seniors' Social Security COLA and raising out-of-pocket costs amid regulatory efforts to control spending.

: Pre-ACA Challenges and Post-ACA Cost Trends

Explore how the Affordable Care Act reshaped the US insurance market by mandating coverage for pre-existing conditions, slowing healthcare cost growth, and highlighting ongoing challenges in drug pricing and insurer practices.

Minnesota Faces Health Insurance Losses Due to Federal Budget Cuts

Minnesota could see 200,000 residents lose health insurance as federal Medicaid cuts and subsidy phase-outs approach. State officials and providers discuss financial impacts and policy responses.

Congress Faces Decision on ACA Premium Credits Amid Cost and Coverage Challenges

Congress must decide soon on extending enhanced ACA premium credits, balancing coverage stability against rising federal costs and healthcare expenses.

ACA Subsidy Expiration Could Raise Insurance Costs by 75% for Millions

Failure to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies could boost health insurance costs by 75% for millions, with premiums rising and uninsured rates increasing, according to federal analyses.

GLP-1 Drugs Pose Coverage Challenges Amid Proven Health Benefits

Analysis finds GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide offer real health benefits but raise insurance coverage and cost challenges amid growing demand in the U.S. market.

Dining Out For Life Supports HIV Healthcare and Addresses Insurance Gaps

Dining Out For Life fundraiser supports Milwaukee's Vivent Health in covering HIV medication costs and addressing insurance coverage gaps through community dining events.

Financial Assistance Programs to Support Medicare Beneficiaries in Managing Costs

Explore financial assistance programs like Medicare Savings Program and Extra Help that help Medicare beneficiaries manage out-of-pocket healthcare costs and prescription drug expenses.

Congress Faces Deadline to Extend ACA Health Insurance Tax Credits Amid Premium Spike Concerns

Congress debates extension of ACA tax credits critical to maintaining affordable health insurance premiums as subsidies approach expiration, risking large premium hikes.

Healthcare Inflation Drives Highest Employer Coverage Cost Increase Since 2010

Rising healthcare inflation is leading to the largest health coverage cost increase for U.S. employers since 2010, driven by higher medical care prices and prescription drug expenses, especially GLP-1 drugs.