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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.

Tax Avoidance by Major U.S. Healthcare Corporations Raises Coverage and Care Concerns

Major U.S. healthcare corporations have avoided over $34 billion in taxes since 2017, impacting patient care quality and health coverage. Experts call for tax reforms and corporate accountability.

New York Approves 2026 Health Insurance Rate Increases Below Insurer Requests

New York approves 2026 health insurance premium increases averaging 7.1% for individuals and 13% for small groups, driven by rising medical costs but below insurer requests.

HHS OIG Identifies Errors in NGS Medicare Cost Report Desk Reviews

HHS OIG finds widespread errors in Medicare cost report desk reviews by NGS and recommends enhanced reviewer training and procedures to improve audit accuracy and compliance.

New York Approves Moderate Health Insurance Rate Hikes for 2026 ACA Plans

New York state regulators approved 2026 health insurance rate increases for ACA marketplace plans, with 7.1% hikes for individuals and 13% for small groups, below insurer requests.

Massachusetts Health Insurers to Refund $75.6 Million for Falling Short of Medical Loss Ratio Standards

Massachusetts insurance regulators require five health insurers to refund $75.6 million to consumers for not meeting medical loss ratio standards, reinforcing regulatory oversight and consumer protections.

Mixed Q2 Earnings Highlight Divergent Performances Among U.S. Insurers

Explore the latest Q2 earnings results from major U.S. insurance companies, highlighting mixed performances amid evolving market dynamics and regulatory shifts.