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.
Aflac Lowers Minimum
By Staff WriterAn insurer is easing requirements for small worksite short-term disability groups.
March 17, 2009
Shelby: Changes Will Include InsuranceThe highest ranking Republican on the Senate Banking Committee today signaled that the insurance industry will be involved in the upcoming general overhaul of financial services regulation.
March 17, 2009
Consultants Find Strong EAP, Wellness DemandWorkers are trying to use employer-sponsored employee assistance program and wellness services to help them survive the economic downturn, human resources consultants say.
March 17, 2009
Golden Rule Adds Ancillary ProductsGolden Rule Insurance Company has introduced new dental and vision products in 15 states and the District of Columbia.
March 17, 2009
NAIFA Members Head To WashingtonLife agents are visiting Capitol Hill today to meet with members of Congress.
March 17, 2009
Consultants Find Strong EAP, Wellness DemandWorkers are trying to use employer-sponsored employee assistance program and wellness services to help them survive the economic downturn, human resources consultants say.
March 17, 2009
Reps Urge Fast Action On HealthState insurance regulators should act quickly if they want to add real value to the health care discussion under way at the federal level, according to consumer advocates.
March 17, 2009
UnitedHealth Backs Effectiveness GroupThe philanthropic arm of a managed care company is supporting a group that helps promote the need to compare the costs and benefits of medical treatment options.