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Former U.S. Rep. Wexton Advances PSP Care Using AI Voice Tech, Spurs Legislation

Former U.S. Rep. Jennifer Wexton uses AI-generated voice tech to address PSP symptoms, advocates for Parkinson's legislation, impacting healthcare innovation and insurance compliance.

2025 P&C Insurance Market Faces Catastrophe Losses Amid Pricing and Capacity Shifts

The 2025 U.S. commercial P&C insurance market navigates record catastrophe losses, rising premiums, and evolving underwriting amid inflation and regulatory shifts.

PTC Enhancements Expire in 2026, Risking Coverage Loss for Millions

The temporary expansion of the Health Premium Tax Credit under Obamacare is ending in 2026, potentially causing 3.7 million Americans to lose subsidized health insurance due to higher premiums and reduced eligibility. Key legislative updates and compliance considerations detailed.

Upcoming Medicare Changes in Domestic Policy Megabill Impact Coverage and Payments

The pending domestic policy bill proposes significant Medicare payment cuts, expanded HSA contributions post-Medicare enrollment, rural hospital classifications, and tightened eligibility rules, impacting coverage and payment structures.

House Passes Bill Cutting ACA Subsidies and Medicaid Funding Impacting 14 Million

The House reconciliation bill introduces major ACA subsidy cuts and Medicaid funding reductions, threatening health coverage for 14 million Americans while increasing administrative barriers.

Louisiana Advances Tax Credit for Fortified Roofs Amid Insurance Crisis

Louisiana Senate advances SB-28 to offer up to $10,000 tax credits for fortified roofs, aiming to reduce home insurance losses and stabilize rising premiums.

FDA Updates COVID Vaccine Policy; Medicare Fraud Sentencing; Immunization Funding Growth

FDA refocuses COVID vaccine approvals on high-risk groups with new evidence requirements. Medicare fraud case results in sentencing for $3.2M scheme. Lower-income countries increase self-funded vaccine investments. Bipartisan prior authorization reform bill returns in Congress.

Congress Proposes Shift to High-5 Pay Basis for Federal Retirement Benefits Starting 2028

Congress proposes changing federal retirement annuity calculations from high-3 to high-5 pay basis starting 2028, impacting federal employee pensions and government retirement costs.

ASTRO Supports Prior Authorization Reform in Medicare Advantage to Improve Cancer Care

ASTRO backs bipartisan legislation to reform Medicare Advantage prior authorization, aiming to reduce cancer treatment delays and improve care outcomes.

Illinois Considers Reforming Auto Insurance Rates to Focus on Driving Records

Illinois Auto Insurance rates favor credit and ZIP codes over driving records, prompting new legislation for greater transparency and fairness.