MNsure races to ready its technology systems as Nov. 15 open enrollment date approaches
Officials racing to ready Minnesota's health insurance exchange for open enrollment one month from now said Wednesday it's a high-risk project because of tight timelines but they expect consumers will have a better experience than last year.
Florida Gets $7M to Help Consumers Sign Up for Health Insurance in Year 2
Three Florida organizations will receive nearly $7 million to help consumers sign up for health insurance during the second enrollment season under the Affordable Care Act.
AP NewsBreak: GAO faults Obama administration's oversight of HealthCare.gov, sources say
Officials tell The Associated Press that a nonpartisan investigative report concludes that management failures by the Obama administration set the stage for the computer problems that paralyzed the HealthCare.gov website last fall.
New Mexico to continue with federally operated health insurance exchange
New Mexico decided Friday to stick with a federal online system for another year to enroll individuals in health insurance plans.
New Hampshire continues work on possible changes to insurance network adequacy rules
Network adequacy requirements for health plans should focus on making sure consumers have adequate access to different types of services rather than providers, a state Insurance Department official said Thursday.
Aetna 1Q Tops Expectations as Membership Grows, Raises Year View
The health insurer's first-quarter earnings fell 4.1%, partly due to integration and other charges, while its revenue and membership rolls increased.
Should Your Aging Parents Get Long-Term Care Insurance?
No one likes to talk about it but it is a reality for many families.
U.S. Health Spending Tops $3 Trillion
So much for controlling medical costs.
Obamacare Premiums Will Increase in 2016, But By How Much?
The average price of healthcare premiums under the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare, will rise by an average of 12.56% nationally in 2016, according to new data released this week by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
Use Your Health Insurance Before Year’s End - And Your Dental Insurance, Too
Are insurance concerns not high on your holiday list? You could be wasting money by not reviewing your insurance usage before the holiday madness starts in earnest.
Fewer Predicted to Join Health Exchanges - What to Expect for the Open Enrollment Period
Enrollment numbers have fallen significantly short of predictions. Learn why fewer people are enrolling than expected.
Aetna, Humana Shareholders Approve Proposed Merger
Health insurer Aetna's proposed acquisition of smaller rival Humana Inc was approved by the shareholders of both companies.
A Sickening Increase in Medicare Premiums
Next year, thanks to a perfect storm of circumstances, some retirees could see their Medicare Part “B” premiums go up by more than 50% while 70% of retirees see no premium increase at all.
Heading Off Higher Healthcare Premiums
Open Enrollment is here! The time of year to review your healthcare plan. While the process may seem daunting you don't want to skimp on a review....
How to Predict the Size of Your Next Major Medical Bill
People avoid going to the doctor for many reasons, but cost is a huge deterrent. According to a 2014 report from the Kaiser Family Foundation, 26% of women and 20% of men delayed or went without health care because of the cost.
New Medical Codes a Potential Mess for Insurers, Patients
68,000 new medical codes are coming which may do more harm than good for doctors and patients alike.
Industry campaign against Medicare payment overhaul gets backing of famous amputees
A Boston Marathon bombing survivor and a former U.S. senator who lost a leg serving in Vietnam have joined an industry campaign to block new Medicare requirements for artificial legs and feet.
Universal Health Services CEO: ObamaCare Ruling No Surprise
On Thursday, the Supreme Court upheld its ruling on ObamaCare subsidies, allowing more than 8 million Americans to keep their health insurance. Universal Health Services CEO Alan Miller told FOX Business Network’s Liz Claman in an exclusive interview that the Supreme Court ruled as he expected.
Former AIG Chief Greenberg to Appeal Ruling in Bailout Case
A federal judge's ruling Monday that the government overstepped its authority in demanding an equity stake in bailing out American International Group Inc. scored a moral victory for the company's former longtime chief executive, Maurice R. "Hank" Greenberg.
Humana Considers Sale of Company
Health insurer Humana Inc. is considering selling the company, a move that could trigger a widely anticipated wave of consolidation in the industry.














