Health

ACA Hits 50 Million Coverage Milestone Amid Policy Changes and Challenges
Regulatory & Compliance ACA Hits 50 Million Coverage Milestone Amid Policy Changes and Challenges

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has reached a significant milestone, with nearly 50 million individuals now having secured healthcare coverage through the marketplace exchanges established by the legislation. Originally enacted in 2010, the ACA aimed to expand health insurance coverage for the

September 11, 2024
Are Recent Laws and Health Trends Shaping Our Society’s Future?
Regulatory & Compliance Are Recent Laws and Health Trends Shaping Our Society’s Future?

The interconnected realms of legislative measures, public health developments, and community initiatives have brought about profound shifts in our societal fabric. Recent news has been rife with stories that hint towards a transformative future driven by new laws and emerging health trends. These

September 10, 2024
How Are States Protecting Mental Health Patients from Insurer Limits?
Insurance How Are States Protecting Mental Health Patients from Insurer Limits?

In the United States, insurance companies often pose significant barriers to mental health care by labeling prescribed treatments as not medically necessary. This undermines professional recommendations and forces many mental health professionals out of insurance networks, making in-network care

August 27, 2024
Ryan Specialty Expands Healthcare Reach with Greenhill Asset Acquisition
Insurance Ryan Specialty Expands Healthcare Reach with Greenhill Asset Acquisition

Ryan Specialty, an international specialty insurance firm, has recently made a strategic acquisition by obtaining certain assets from Greenhill Underwriting Insurance Services. This acquisition marks an important step in Ryan Specialty’s effort to expand its capabilities and offerings in the niche s

August 21, 2024
Michigan’s New Bills to Mandate Coverage of Emergency Contraception
Regulatory & Compliance Michigan’s New Bills to Mandate Coverage of Emergency Contraception

In a significant legislative move, Michigan is set to revamp its approach to emergency contraception access, courtesy of Senate bills 669 and 670. These bills propose that Medicare and private health insurers must cover emergency and over-the-counter contraceptives, marking a noteworthy step in

August 16, 2024
Vermont Approves Major Health Insurance Rate Hikes Amid Systemic Struggles
Regulatory & Compliance Vermont Approves Major Health Insurance Rate Hikes Amid Systemic Struggles

In a significant development affecting over 70,000 residents, the Green Mountain Care Board (GMCB) has approved substantial health insurance rate increases for Vermont in 2025. This move, while aiming to stabilize the financial health of the state's insurance providers, Blue Cross Blue Shield

August 14, 2024
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