Tag: New York

Federal Review Flags Illegal CDL Issuance in New York, Threatens Funding Cut

Federal audit finds New York issued over half of foreign commercial driver's licenses illegally, risking safety and funding. DOT threatens to withhold millions unless compliance improves.

New York Homeowners Face Rising Insurance Premiums Amid Profit Gains

New York faces rising homeowners insurance premiums as insurers report higher profits amid extreme weather impacts nationwide, influencing coverage and costs.

ACA Premium Tax Credits Expiry Threatens Coverage for 20M Americans

ACA enhanced premium tax credits set to expire, risking a 21% rise in uninsured rate and premium spikes for 20 million Americans. Legislative action pending.

New York to Replace Health Insurance Provider for CDPAP Home Care Workers

New York State will replace Leading Edge Administrators as the health insurance provider for CDPAP home care workers following reports of underpayment and poor coverage. PPL will introduce a new company in 2024 with revised benefits.

Federal Cuts to New York's Essential Plan Spur Coverage Loss and Premium Increases

New York faces rising health insurance premiums and coverage loss as federal funding cuts impact the Essential Plan, affecting over 450,000 enrollees and increasing pressures on healthcare providers.

New York Law Mandates No-Cost Follow-Up Lung Cancer Screening Coverage

New York enacts law requiring health insurers to cover follow-up lung cancer screenings without cost-sharing, promoting early detection and reducing financial barriers.

CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz Visits Hudson Valley to Address Medicare, Medicaid Challenges

CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz visits Hudson Valley, NY, for discussions on strengthening Medicare and Medicaid, addressing workforce shortages, and improving healthcare access and affordability.

New York Mandates Insurer Coverage for Lung Cancer Follow-Up Screenings

Starting 2027, New York insurers must cover lung cancer follow-up screening and diagnostics without member cost sharing, following clinical guidelines and allowing insurer medical management.

New York Faces Major ACA Premium Hikes as Federal Subsidies Set to Expire

About 140,000 New Yorkers face nearly 40% ACA premium hikes as enhanced federal subsidies expire Dec. 31, with no Congressional deal to extend support.

New York Legislators Prioritize P&C Claims and Pricing Oversight Amid Affordability Challenges

New York lawmakers are focusing on enhancing oversight of P&C insurance claims and pricing to address the state's growing affordability crisis. Regulatory efforts aim to improve pricing transparency and fairness in the insurance market.