Tag: Regulation

Key Medicare Enrollment Deadlines and Penalties for Insurance Professionals

Understand critical Medicare enrollment periods, penalties, and coverage options to inform insurance professionals and advisors guiding clients through retirement healthcare transitions.

Louisiana Shifts Pharmacy Benefit Management Away from CVS Caremark for 2026

Louisiana's Office of Group Benefits is transitioning pharmacy benefit management services from CVS Caremark to Liviniti and SilverScript for 2026 amid legal scrutiny and demand for PBM transparency.

Medicare Annual Notice of Change Highlights 2025 Coverage and Cost Updates

Key Medicare 2025 updates include potential Medigap cost increases and the importance of reviewing the Annual Notice of Change before the December 7 enrollment deadline. Learn about Medicare Advantage plans and state ACA compliance.

Embedded Auto Insurance and Digital Platforms Address Rising U.S. Insurance Rates

Rising auto insurance rates in the U.S. are prompting dealerships and manufacturers to adopt embedded insurance and digital platforms, streamlining insurance purchases and managing repair costs with OEM parts.

PRA Reviews FundedRe Regulatory Treatment Amid Market and Risk Concerns

The PRA is assessing FundedRe transactions' regulatory treatment to address risk underestimation and market competitiveness in the UK insurance sector.

Louisiana's Insurance Crisis: Market Challenges and Regulatory Responses

Louisiana faces an insurance crisis driven by high bodily injury claims and litigation, with new regulatory measures and the FORTIFIED Roof Program aiming to stabilize premiums and boost insurer participation.

CBO Report: Trump-Era Policies Drive Highest Health Premium Hikes in 15 Years

CBO report reveals Trump-era policy impacts causing steep health insurance premium increases and millions losing coverage, urging bipartisan legislative action.

Connecticut Health Insurance Rates Approved with Nearly 17% Hike for 2025

Connecticut Insurance Department approves nearly 17% average health insurance premium increases for 2025 individual plans, citing rising healthcare and prescription drug costs impacting consumers and small businesses.

California Advances Car Dealer Fee Transparency Bill Reflecting Federal Efforts

California is advancing a bill to regulate car dealer fees, banning junk fees, requiring full price transparency, and establishing a used car return period. This follows previous federal efforts and could reshape auto retail practices.

KFF Analysis Predicts 18% Average ACA Premium Increase in 2026

Kaiser Family Foundation projects an 18% median rise in ACA exchange premiums for 2026, driven by market consolidation and regulatory dynamics impacting affordability and competition.