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.
Manchin Says No to New Tax Hikes, Climate Spending
By Ari Natter, Steven T. Dennis and Colin WilhelmThe senator said he's only willing to support legislation to lower prescription drug prices and extend enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies.
July 08, 2022
Debate: Should the Government Preserve COVID-Era Breaks on Health Coverage?Two professors discuss the merits of keeping health insurance affordable for millions amid high inflation.
July 07, 2022
Democrats Plan to Close Tax Loophole to Extend Medicare SolvencyIndividuals earning over $400,000 a year could pay a 3.8% health surcharge on pass-through business income.
July 06, 2022
No Surprises Act Arbitration BasicsThis conflict could affect what happens when your clients get some types of care out-of-network.
July 05, 2022
5 States Where Working-Age COVID-19 Hospitalizations Are SurgingAmong states, figures range from a decrease of about 67% to an increase of 97%.
July 05, 2022
6 Steps to Help Clients Plan for an Early RetirementIdentifying a client's goals, income sources and anticipated expenses is essential to developing a financial plan.
July 05, 2022
Medicare Advantage Agents Will Have to Record Calls by Oct. 1The new federal regulations will also apply to sellers of Medicare Part D drug coverage.
July 01, 2022
Buyers Still Want Life and Health Brokers: Stacy KirshnerThe Alvarez & Marsal insurance deal specialist says firms with a senior market focus are especially popular.