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Competition Commission Highlights Pricing Opacity in Private Health Insurance

The Competition Commission's study reveals opaque pricing in private health insurance, the role of intermediaries in induced demand, and questions the effectiveness of new premium regulations.

U.S. Health Policy and Insurance Trends: Veterans Access, Behavioral Health, Drug Pricing, and Public Health

Explore key U.S. health policy and insurance sector updates covering veterans' care access reforms, behavioral health workforce challenges, prescription drug pricing shifts, public health threats, and innovation in healthcare delivery.

Organized Life Insurance Fraud Scheme Uncovered in Connecticut

Connecticut police arrested Ian Pierce for a multi-year life insurance fraud scheme involving fake policies and premium collections, following an investigation by state insurance and law enforcement agencies.

Maryland Court Ruling Limits Insurers' Use of Anti-Assignment Clauses in Post-Loss Claims

Maryland Supreme Court rules insurers cannot block post-loss claim assignments despite anti-assignment clauses. Impact on property and casualty claims handling and policy language.

Baltimore Insurance Agent Faces Multiple Criminal Charges Including Evidence Fabrication

Michael C. Okolo, a former Baltimore insurance agent, faces multiple criminal charges including fabricating evidence and theft, highlighting regulatory enforcement actions in Maryland's insurance industry.

Utah Alerts Consumers to WhatsApp Auto Insurance Fraud Targeting Hispanic Community

Utah insurance regulators warn of rising fake auto insurance sales via WhatsApp targeting the Hispanic community, stressing the need for vigilance against unlicensed agents and counterfeit policies.

Critical Legal and Insurance Insights for 2025 Construction Industry Risks

Explore key 2025 legal updates and insurance considerations for the U.S. construction industry, including employment laws, OSHA regulations, contractor classifications, and commercial general liability insurance nuances.

Avoiding Lifetime Penalties in Medicare Part D Enrollment

Learn how to avoid lifetime Medicare Part D penalties by timely enrollment, understanding creditable coverage, and utilizing Extra Help financial assistance programs.

Humana’s Medicare Advantage Legal Setback Highlights Shifting CMS Regulatory Landscape

Humana's legal loss against CMS over Medicare Advantage star ratings underscores structural regulatory risks reshaping insurer margins and strategies in the U.S. Medicare Advantage market.

Arkansas Health Insurers Seek Large Rate Increases for 2026 Plans

Arkansas insurers propose a 26.2% average hike for individual plans and 7.9% for small group plans in 2026, driven by federal policy shifts and state regulations. The Arkansas Insurance Department will review these requests for compliance with ACA standards.