Tag: Insurance Costs

KFF Health News Highlights ACA Subsidy Discussions and Insurance Cost Trends

KFF Health News reports on Affordable Care Act subsidy debates, rising health insurance costs, and market impacts including effects on Native American communities and healthcare consolidation.

Senator Reed Advocates Extending ACA Premium Tax Credits to Avert 2026 Insurance Cost Surge

Senator Jack Reed urges Congress to extend ACA premium tax credits to prevent a 114% average rise in 2026 health insurance premiums, highlighting risks to coverage and federal funding.

Pennsylvania Counties Propose Significant Property Tax Hikes Amid Budget Challenges

Pennsylvania counties including Pittsburgh propose property tax hikes up to 30% in 2026 to address budget deficits driven by inflation, health insurance costs, and rising expenses.

Ketchikan School District Faces $5.4M Debt Driven by Health Insurance Costs

Ketchikan school district's $5.4 million debt to the borough is largely due to rising health insurance costs and budget mismanagement, prompting audits and financial oversight reforms.

Texas Car Insurance Costs in 2025: Factors Influencing Rates and Cheapest Vehicles to Insure

Explore factors influencing Texas car insurance rates in 2025, including vehicle and driver variables, and discover the cheapest vehicles to insure amid rising insurance costs.

Medicare Cost Increases in 2026: Key Premium and Deductible Changes

Medicare premiums and deductibles will increase in 2026, impacting retirees’ healthcare budgets. Learn about key Medicare Part B and Part A changes and income-related premium adjustments.

ACA Marketplace Health Insurance Costs Expected to Rise as Subsidies Expire

Upcoming subsidy expirations are causing health insurance costs on the ACA marketplace to rise, impacting affordability for nearly 60% of enrollees, according to a Kaiser Family Foundation poll.

Strategies to Reduce Rising Homeowners Insurance Premiums

Explore effective strategies and often overlooked discounts to lower rising homeowners insurance premiums and meet mortgage lender requirements.

Medicare Part B Premiums and Deductibles Rise in 2026

Medicare Part B premiums and deductibles increase in 2026, impacting retirees and Social Security benefits. Learn about IRMAAs and Part D premium adjustments.

Federal Employees Health Benefits Premiums See Over 40% Increase

Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program premiums surge over 40%, affecting retiree healthcare costs and federal insurance markets.