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Big Data Sharing and Predictive Modeling: 5 Things for Regulators to Consider
By Robert ChesterThe new analytical tools are giving insurance regulators something to think about.
January 12, 2018
SEC's In-House Judges Draw Scrutiny From US Supreme CourtThe case could affect administrative judges at the Social Security Administration as well as at the SEC.
January 12, 2018
The Real Reason Walmart Raised Its Minimum WageIf Walmart is increasing hourly wages, maybe that says something about the labor market.
January 12, 2018
Connecticut OKs 69% Penn Treaty Unit LTCI Rate HikeRegulators have said Penn Treaty and American Network's results could justify a 635% increase.
January 12, 2018
5 Employee Benefits You Might Not Have Heard OfOne implication: You could sell these. Another: Insurers may have to fight harder for workers' attention.
January 11, 2018
Centene's Narrow Approach to ACA Exchange Plan Networks Targeted by LawsuitEnrollees found that even many doctors listened in Centene's directory failed to take its coverage.
January 11, 2018
The Economy Tamed Health Costs; That's EndingRemember rampant health care inflation? Maybe it's still there. Waiting.
January 11, 2018
Trump Clears Path for States to Require Employment for MedicaidRequirements could apply only to able-bodied adults who were not frail, pregnant or addicted.