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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump voters wanted lower medical bills. But for millions, bills are about to go up

Changes to healthcare policy under the Trump administration are likely to increase medical debt among Americans.
California
fromKqed
1 week ago

Get Insurance on Covered California? What You Need to Know About Cost Increases | KQED

California faces a potential loss of $28.4 billion and 3.4 million Medi-Cal enrollees due to federal funding changes.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

3 Democrat-led states have rolled back Medicaid access for people lacking permanent legal status

Recent changes in healthcare enable low-income immigrants without legal status in several states to access insurance, though cuts to programs are occurring.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Nightmare abroad: 'He was in the ER for a month!' How to handle insurance denials overseas

Travel insurance policies may not cover emergency procedures abroad, which can lead to significant out-of-pocket expenses.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

State laws to stop surprise ambulance bills face pushback from insurers

Surprise ambulance bills create financial hardships for patients when charges exceed insurance coverage, prompting state-level legislative initiatives.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Wegovy and Zepbound prices are dropping, but steady access to the weight-loss drugs remains a challenge

Prices for Wegovy and Zepbound are decreasing, but access remains hindered by high costs and uneven insurance coverage.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

What the GOP's tax bill means for your health care

Legislation passed by the Senate could significantly change how Medicaid and insurance marketplace coverage is accessed and affects millions of Americans.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court preserves key part of Obamacare coverage requirements

The Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act's preventive health care coverage, impacting millions and rejecting claims against its constitutionality.
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Rising Rates? Your Brownstone Doesn't Have to Take the Hit

Locking in insurance rates now protects brownstone owners financially from future increases.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Pennsylvania, Texas lawmakers want insurers to cover detransition care

Democratic Rep. Gene Wu, who opposed the bill, said it's a back-door way to ban gender-affirming care for trans adults; the state has already banned it for trans minors. He also noted that transition regret is rare. One study has indicated only about 1 percent of patients regret it. "There is higher rates of regret for just about any other type of surgery," he said.
SF LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 months ago

A midland truck accident lawyer's guide for trucking company liability after an accident - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

If a truck driver's behavior directly causes a crash, then naturally that individual would face clear-cut liability. Financial damages would be paid from the truck driver's minimum required personal auto insurance policy as their employee liability coverage.
Law
Healthcare
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Americans borrowed $74 billion last year to cover their health care costs

Healthcare costs lead millions to borrow money for medical care, indicating a significant financial burden despite insurance coverage.
Healthcare
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Patients struggle with lack of consistent coverage for popular weight-loss drugs

Access to obesity treatments is hindered by inconsistent insurance coverage and high costs, making it difficult for many to maintain weight loss.
Miscellaneous
fromCbsnews
6 months ago

New Maryland law requires coverage for special prosthetics used for physical activities

The 'So Everybody Can Move Act' mandates insurance coverage for prosthetics designed for physical activities, enhancing access for amputees in Maryland.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Weight Loss Drugs Changed Their Lives. Then They Lost Coverage.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has limited coverage for weight-loss drugs, impacting thousands who rely on them for health and well-being.
#hurricane-helene
fromSFGATE
9 months ago
SF real estate

Hurricane Helene Caused Up to $48 Billion in Property Damage-and Most Is Uninsured

fromSFGATE
9 months ago
SF real estate

Hurricane Helene Caused Up to $48 Billion in Property Damage-and Most Is Uninsured

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