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CBO: PPACA Mandate May Cut Nongroup Rates 15%
By Allison BellAnalysts think axing the requirement would reduce commercial enrollment by 10 million.
March 21, 2012
McCarran-Ferguson Repeal Moved to House FloorAn amendment to House legislation that would repeal the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurers has been ruled in order for floor debate. Debate on the bill will begin Wednesday and a vote on the final legislation is expected Thursday.
March 21, 2012
McCarran-Ferguson Repeal Moved to House FloorAn amendment to House legislation that would repeal the McCarran-Ferguson antitrust exemption for health insurers has been ruled in order for floor debate. Debate on the bill will begin Wednesday and a vote on the final legislation is expected Thursday.
March 20, 2012
7 Tips for Elder TravelersThe activities of vacation living can get a little complicated for consumers of a certain age.
March 20, 2012
One Scary QuestionTo motivate a consumer to buy long-term care insurance, ask about the future.
March 20, 2012
RAND Analyst: Some SSDI Examiners Are Easy GradersWorkers with musculoskeletal problems may be more likely than those with mental impairments to win appeals.
March 20, 2012
The Catch: PaperworkPPACA may not do much to decrease the mortality rate of the trees, HHS knows how it's doing, and more.
March 20, 2012
The Catch: PaperworkPPACA may not do much to decrease the mortality rate of the trees, HHS knows how it's doing, and more.