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.
Court Blocks Liquidation of Penn Treaty
By Elizabeth D. FestaA judge suggests that the LTCI insurer might have enough assets and cash flow to pay claims in full for many years.
May 09, 2012
Retired Couples May Need $240,000 for Health CareFidelity says that this years 4 percent rise is relatively modest, but long term, retirees cost savings arent expected to offset other factors driving expenses up.
May 08, 2012
7 Statistical Snapshots: The MillennialsThey're a little sicker, and the Great Recession hit them hard. Will they rebound?
May 08, 2012
3in4: Got More Media!The 3in4 Need More LTCI bus tour has been getting more media coverage, campaign organizers say.
May 08, 2012
Lawsky Enforces Mental Health Coverage Law with $2.7M in FinesThe first-ever enforcement of Timothy's Law sends a strong message to health insurers over the provision of coverage for mental illness and children with emotional problems.
May 08, 2012
Lawsky Enforces Mental Health Coverage Law with $2.7M in FinesThe first-ever enforcement of Timothy's Law sends a strong message to health insurers over the provision of coverage for mental illness and children with emotional problems.
May 08, 2012
Savings and Risk in Consumer Directed Health PlansIt's the hottest trend in job-based health insurance: plans that give you a personal savings account for medical bills but also require you to pay a hefty share of costs before coverage kicks in.
May 08, 2012
Savings and Risk in Consumer Directed Health PlansIt's the hottest trend in job-based health insurance: plans that give you a personal savings account for medical bills but also require you to pay a hefty share of costs before coverage kicks in.