Tag: health policy

Health Insurance Coverage Crucial for Access, Outcomes, and Financial Security

This analysis reviews the critical role of health insurance coverage under the ACA in improving access to care, health outcomes, and financial protection for millions of Americans amid ongoing policy debates.

Colorado ACA Marketplace Sees 5% Enrollment Dip Amid Premium Increases

Connect for Health Colorado reports a 5% enrollment decrease for 2026 as federal premium tax credits expire and insurers plan a 28% average rate increase, impacting health insurance affordability.

Insurance Challenges Delay FDA-Approved Scoliosis Surgery Coverage

Discover the insurance challenges surrounding FDA-approved vertebral body tethering for scoliosis. Understand insurer denial reasons, clinical outcomes, and impact on patient care.

NY Lawmakers Call for Health Department Review of Optum's Network Changes

New York lawmakers request health department review of Optum's network exclusions and clinic closures amid Medicaid and Medicare changes affecting healthcare access.

Senate Committee Advances Bipartisan ACA Subsidy Extension to Address Health Costs

The U.S. Senate Health Committee works toward a bipartisan extension of ACA marketplace subsidies to curb rising health insurance premiums and improve coverage affordability.

Senate Hearing Highlights Need for Income Caps on ACA Premium Subsidies

Senate committee addresses ACA subsidy affordability challenges, focusing on income caps and policy reforms to improve health insurance subsidy fairness and sustainability.

Navigating Health Insurance Challenges for Chronic Neurologic Care in the U.S.

Explore the complexities of health insurance coverage for chronic neurologic conditions in the U.S., including COBRA, ACA Marketplace, prior authorizations, and maintaining care continuity with neurologists.

KFF Survey: 2026 ACA Premium Tax Credit Expiry Could Double Costs for 22M Enrollees

KFF survey reveals 2026 ACA Marketplace premium tax credits expiry could double costs for 22 million enrollees, impacting affordability and voter behavior.

Congress Faces Deadline to Extend Health Insurance Subsidies Amid Premium Spike Risks

Congress must act to extend Affordable Care Act tax subsidies to prevent sharp premium increases in 2026, impacting millions including over 500,000 in New Jersey. Bipartisan efforts seek temporary relief amid ongoing legislative debate.

Covered California Faces Major Premium Increases as Pandemic Subsidies Expire

Covered California health insurance premiums will rise sharply in 2026 due to expiration of pandemic-era subsidies, impacting affordability for millions in California.