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.
A Walgreens-Amerisource Deal Would Play It Too Safe
By Max NisenBrick-and-mortar pharmacy chains may have to find a new way to take on Amazon.
February 12, 2018
Historic Flu Season Drives Sales Across the Health Care IndustryIf deaths correlate with hospital admissions, mortality might be up about 5%.
February 12, 2018
7 Facts About Trump’s 2019 Budget Proposal, for AgentsYou might be surprised by some of the items that are still in the budget.
February 12, 2018
3 New Reasons for Hope About Health Benefits CostsThe American Benefits Council says two measures already approved, and a third in the pipeline, could make a big difference.
February 12, 2018
Lori Lucas to Lead Benefits Data PowerhouseEmployee Benefits Research Institute reports shape the health and retirement benefits markets.
February 09, 2018
Congress Gives Seniors a New 1040SR Tax FormPeople who get annuity or retirement plan distributions may have an easier time doing their taxes.
February 09, 2018
Social Security Shouldn’t Fund Parental LeaveWhen the money isn't there, the author says, it's not there.
February 09, 2018
Flu Caused 1 in 10 U.S. Deaths Last Week, and It's Getting WorseThe current epidemic appears to be at least as severe as the 2009 swine flu epidemic.