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LTCI: Reasons for Optimism
By Douglas HammSome carriers have cut back, but the market is still growing, and the need is still there.
August 15, 2012
On the Third Hand: The Lenders of Very, Very Last ResortBusiness owners are trying to borrow from broke relatives. That can't be good for you.
August 15, 2012
NAIC Panel Eyes Medicare Supplement IncentivesSome say new co-payments could cut waste. Others say plans just want to shift costs.
August 15, 2012
NAIC Panel Eyes Medicare Supplement IncentivesSome say new co-payments could cut waste. Others say plans just want to shift costs.
August 15, 2012
Will Florida seniors accept Ryan’s Medicare vision?Romney could lose a lot of support from seniors who dont like Rep. Paul Ryans proposal to transform Medicare into a voucher-like program.
August 14, 2012
New Survey Uncovers Optimism among U.S. SeniorsThe survey reveals that more than 75% of seniors ages 60-69 expect their quality of life to stay the same or get better over the next five to 10 years.
August 14, 2012
NAIC Panel Calls for LTCI Model Rate Stability UpdatesSome regulators want to end carriers' use of the term "moderately adverse experience."
August 14, 2012
PPACA: Network to Give 10 States Setup HelpA Robert Wood Johnson Foundation team will focus on coverage expansion initiatives.