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The Democrats' Medicare Standoff
By Stephanie A. KennanThe author makes the case that it will limit health care options for American seniors.
October 20, 2021
HSAs Grew in 2020, but Few Users Invest Their Balances: EBRIThe average HSA balance grew by more than one-third in 2020, a study found.
October 20, 2021
Transamerica Leaps Into Individual Coverage HRA MarketThe move could increase employer interest in employer cash-for-coverage efforts.
October 20, 2021
Health Insurance Giant Anthem Shrugs Off COVID-19 ClaimsMedicare Advantage enrollment increased 31%.
October 20, 2021
Democrats Move to Break Stalemate on Biden Plan by Scaling BackExtended child tax credits will likely be pared back, while expansions to Medicare and the SALT deduction are expected to remain.
October 19, 2021
Senators Sign On to Medicare Advantage Defender TeamThe list of 13 members includes five Republicans, Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin.
October 15, 2021
Most Americans Terrified a Health Care Crisis Will Affect Retirement: SurveyA Nationwide survey found that 69% see another pandemic happening in their lifetime.
October 15, 2021
UnitedHealth Sees Increased Labor Cost PressureExecutives told securities analysts their company can help employers fight benefits cost increases.