Tag: Insurance Coverage

U.S. Pediatric Uninsured Rates Rise, Impacting Child Cancer Outcomes

In 2024, over four million U.S. children were uninsured, the highest rate in a decade, worsening pediatric cancer diagnosis delays and mortality. Fragmented insurance and Medicaid enrollment gaps drive coverage loss.

High-Value Items May Lack Full Coverage in Standard Holiday Insurance Policies

Standard homeowners and renters insurance might not fully cover high-value items during the holidays, highlighting the need for scheduled personal property endorsements or specialized policies.

Expiration of Enhanced Subsidies Impacts Tribal Marketplace Insurance Coverage

The end of enhanced subsidies threatens marketplace insurance coverage for over 120,000 U.S. tribal members, stressing tribal clinics and rural hospitals financially.

Wisconsin Upholds Universal Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccination Despite Federal Advisory Change

Wisconsin continues universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination, diverging from recent federal advisory changes. The state health department emphasizes the vaccine's efficacy, insurance coverage, and public health significance.

End of COVID-Enhanced ACA Tax Credits Raises Insurance Costs in 2026

The expiration of COVID-era ACA enhanced tax credits will cause significant health insurance premium increases in 2026, leading many to downgrade plans or forego coverage.

UW Medicine to Lose In-Network Status for Certain Insurance Plans in 2026

UW Medicine, including Husky Health Center, will be out-of-network for some insurance plans in 2026, increasing patient costs. Verify plan status and explore options.

ACA Marketplace Enrollment Nears Deadline with Key Subsidy Changes

ACA marketplace enrollment ends Jan 15 with subsidy changes impacting premiums and plan choices. Understand income eligibility, plan tiers, and navigator resources for 2026 coverage.

Court Upholds Congressional Authority on Health Care Reform Enhancing Coverage Protections

Court ruling confirms Congressional power to enact health care reform, supporting Medicaid expansion and anti-discrimination insurance protections in California and nationwide.

Major 2026 Healthcare Policy Changes Under One Big Beautiful Bill Act Impact Coverage and Costs

Explore key 2026 changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affecting Medicaid expansion, ACA coverage, medical student loans, and provider reimbursement impacting U.S. healthcare.

Modest Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits Offer Practical Coverage Solutions

Explore how modest long-term care insurance benefits can provide effective coverage and financial relief for seniors, highlighting client counseling strategies for insurance agents.