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.
Debate: Should Short-Term Health Policies Be Limited to 4 Months?
By Robert Bloink | William H. ByrnesFinal regulations shortened the time limit on these plans, which are exempt from some ACA rules.
April 09, 2024
Dental Costs Account for 15% of Consumers' Health Spending: LivelyThe HSA firm found something surprising about out-of-pocket spending patterns.
April 05, 2024
Medicare Advantage Program to Restructure Agent, Broker PayIn 2025, the maximum enrollment compensation will jump by $100, including what's paid for field marketing organization services.
April 05, 2024
10 Reality Checks for Overly Optimistic ClientsWhat happens when clients think the good times of 2024 are endless? It's up to advisors to pose tough questions and take action.
April 02, 2024
Medicare Moves Toward Election Season Clash With InsurersGovernment payments may rise just half as much as the plans' costs. Plan menus could shrink.
March 28, 2024
Biden Administration Softens Final Health RegulationsThe Labor Department helped with drafting, and the outcome may be an omen for DOL fiduciary rule watchers.
March 26, 2024
It's Late, You're Tired, and All You See Are No Vacancy SignsA long-term care planner warns of the spread of nursing home deserts.