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'An Arm and a Leg': Need an Expensive Drug? Here's What You Need to KnowIt's an invention by the insurance industry to make sure only your money counts toward your yearly deductible ? not...
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Other States Keep Watchful Eye on Snags in Washington's Pioneering Public-Option PlanThe Washington public option is more of a public-private partnership: The plan was designed by the state but is offered...
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Skirmish Between Biden and Red States Over Medicaid Leaves Enrollees in the BalanceWith studies showing that the fees led to fewer low-income adults signing up for coverage and fewer reenrolling, the Biden...
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Listen: Generous Deals, and a Few Unwanted Surprises, at Covered CaliforniaBecause of a significant increase in federal tax credits, many people qualify for generous coverage without paying a penny in...
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Resistance to a Boston Hospital's Expansion Centers on Rising PricesMass General Brigham's plans to build three ambulatory care centers in three suburbs west of Boston is stirring controversy.
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4 Key Findings From Commonwealth Fund Reflect Rising Employee Healthcare Costs"Employer health insurance is taking a big bite out of many working families' incomes, leaving them with less money to...
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3 Fast Facts From a Record-Breaking Marketplace Open Enrollment"The risk is much lower for participation now, as payers have learned how to price for exchanges," says one industry...
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Anthem, UnitedHealthcare MA Plans Sanctioned for Missing MLR ThresholdWhen a Medicare Advantage plan fails for three straight years to meet the 85% threshold, CMS must suspend them from...
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Dentists Chip Away at Uninsured Problem by Offering Patients Membership PlansFor patients without a job-based plan, purchasing an independent dental policy is expensive and it's unclear whether the benefit outweighs...
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CDHPs Remain Popular But Waning as Sole Option, Says Large Employer Survey "The consumer behavior aspect is a bit unrealized," says one group executive.
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Analysis: Don't Want a Vaccine? Be Prepared to Pay More for Insurance.How about an economic argument? Get a COVID shot to protect your wallet.
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New Montana Laws Enshrine Healthcare Alternatives, for Better or WorseDirect primary care practices have been emerging around the country, but they are often criticized for not offering the patient...