Health Insurance
Health insurance news and analysis, with coverage of general health insurance trends, major medical insurance, disability insurance, dental insurance, vision plans, telemedicine plans, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, short-term health insurance, the Affordable Care Act public exchange program, and more.
Insurers mobilize for flu
By Allison BellCarriers urge enrollees to take the outbreak seriously and get their shots.
January 11, 2013
Maryland exchange seeks producer advisorsThe council could include up to 15 producers. Applications are due Jan. 18.
January 11, 2013
The Hartford adds flexibility to disabilityNew voluntary benefit deviates from one-size-fits-all coverage.
January 11, 2013
LTCI Watch: Dream teamWhat if Washington dared to put a true LTCI insider on the new LTC Commission?
January 11, 2013
Analysts say insurer earnings may dodge flu impactIncidence has been lower than in 2009, and hospitalizations have stayed within the normal range.
January 11, 2013
Massachusetts to revamp retiree health careDeval Patrick wants to cut state premium contributions and raise the eligibility age.
January 11, 2013
Board approves fees for Nevada PPACA exchangeThe feds will charge 3.5 percent of premiums; the Nevada exchange will charge 1.7 percent.
January 10, 2013
Kitces on the Top 3 Topics for Advisors in 2013—Topic 3: ObamacareThis year may mark the beginning of a permanent change in separating employment from health insurance. Why this development in health exchanges holds major implications for you and your clients.