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#congress
fromFast Company
4 days ago
US politics

Trump's big bill will add $2.4 trillion to deficit and leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO warns

fromSFGATE
1 day ago
US politics

Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Will Add $2.4 Trillion in Debt, CBO Predicts-as President Again Calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell To Lower Rates

US politics
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Trump's big bill will add $2.4 trillion to deficit and leave 10.9 million more uninsured, CBO warns

Trump's tax bill will cut taxes by $3.75 trillion but increase deficits by $2.4 trillion over the next decade, per CBO analysis.
US politics
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Will Add $2.4 Trillion in Debt, CBO Predicts-as President Again Calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell To Lower Rates

The 'Big, Beautiful Bill' could significantly increase national debt and reduce health insurance coverage for millions.
more#congress
#covered-california
Marketing tech
fromThemarkup
1 month ago

How California sent residents' personal health data to LinkedIn - The Markup

Sensitive health data was transmitted to LinkedIn from California's health insurance exchange, prompting a review of privacy practices.
Privacy technologies
fromStocktonia News
1 month ago

How the state sent Californians' personal health data to LinkedIn

Covered California's website sent sensitive health information to LinkedIn without user consent, prompting the removal of tracking tools.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

How many in California and the Bay Area could be affected by Affordable Care Act changes?

Covered California enrollment nears 2 million, vital for health insurance access.
Policy changes may increase uninsured individuals by millions by 2034.
Bay Area counties show significant growth in health insurance enrollments.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

How many in California and the Bay Area could be affected by Affordable Care Act changes?

Covered California enrollment shows significant growth, but potential policy changes could drastically increase uninsured rates.
Marketing tech
fromThemarkup
1 month ago

How California sent residents' personal health data to LinkedIn - The Markup

Sensitive health data was transmitted to LinkedIn from California's health insurance exchange, prompting a review of privacy practices.
Privacy technologies
fromStocktonia News
1 month ago

How the state sent Californians' personal health data to LinkedIn

Covered California's website sent sensitive health information to LinkedIn without user consent, prompting the removal of tracking tools.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

How many in California and the Bay Area could be affected by Affordable Care Act changes?

Covered California enrollment nears 2 million, vital for health insurance access.
Policy changes may increase uninsured individuals by millions by 2034.
Bay Area counties show significant growth in health insurance enrollments.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

How many in California and the Bay Area could be affected by Affordable Care Act changes?

Covered California enrollment shows significant growth, but potential policy changes could drastically increase uninsured rates.
more#covered-california
#legal-proceedings
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Man charged in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing to appear in Manhattan court

Luigi Mangione faces serious murder and terrorism charges for the December killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, with evidence suggesting a possible motive linked to health insurance grievances.
Law
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Luigi Mangione wants a laptop in jail while he awaits trial in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione requests a laptop in jail solely for legal purposes while awaiting trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Man charged in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing to appear in Manhattan court

Luigi Mangione faces serious murder and terrorism charges for the December killing of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, with evidence suggesting a possible motive linked to health insurance grievances.
Law
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Luigi Mangione wants a laptop in jail while he awaits trial in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione requests a laptop in jail solely for legal purposes while awaiting trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO.
more#legal-proceedings
#medicaid
Healthcare
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

Republicans Are Starting a War Over Medicaid Cuts

Republicans have historically targeted Medicare and Medicaid for budget cuts, with Medicaid being the primary focus due to its lower political risk.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

What to Know About Medicaid: Who Is Covered, and What Happens If the Budget Is Slashed?

Medicaid is a vital health insurance program for low-income Americans, targeting cuts amid budget restructuring.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal, California's Medicaid program, is under threat from proposed GOP budget cuts amidst rising costs and increasing enrollment.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal supports 15 million Californians, but faces funding and political challenges due to potential federal budget cuts.
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Republicans aren't coming CLOSE to cutting Medicaid as much as America actually needs

Republicans are anxious about Medicaid spending growth, yet it remains significantly higher than necessary, amid ongoing debates about reform and coverage.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why Medicaid work requirements place extra burdens on low-income families

The House passed a bill aimed at reducing Medicaid spending with controversial work requirements for recipients.
Healthcare
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

Republicans Are Starting a War Over Medicaid Cuts

Republicans have historically targeted Medicare and Medicaid for budget cuts, with Medicaid being the primary focus due to its lower political risk.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

What to Know About Medicaid: Who Is Covered, and What Happens If the Budget Is Slashed?

Medicaid is a vital health insurance program for low-income Americans, targeting cuts amid budget restructuring.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal, California's Medicaid program, is under threat from proposed GOP budget cuts amidst rising costs and increasing enrollment.
California
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

Medi-Cal under threat: Who's covered and what could be cut?

Medi-Cal supports 15 million Californians, but faces funding and political challenges due to potential federal budget cuts.
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Republicans aren't coming CLOSE to cutting Medicaid as much as America actually needs

Republicans are anxious about Medicaid spending growth, yet it remains significantly higher than necessary, amid ongoing debates about reform and coverage.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why Medicaid work requirements place extra burdens on low-income families

The House passed a bill aimed at reducing Medicaid spending with controversial work requirements for recipients.
more#medicaid
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

Tips to Reduce Your Health Insurance Premium

GetInsured Early in Life: Buying health insurance at a younger age helps avail lower premiums. Since lifetime renewability is assured in standard policies, getting covered early fetches long-lasting, low rates.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Your money questions - My health insurance plan is now 3,700 for a year. Can I do better than that?

This is a good plan, but it has now become quite expensive, said Dermot Goode.
Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

CNN's Daniel Dale Calls BS on Trump Over Big Beautiful Bill: Trump Supporters May Lose Coverage'

The reality is that this bill does cut Medicaid and would result in some Americans, undoubtedly including some Trump supporters, losing health insurance.
US politics
Healthcare
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Health insurance is fundamentally broken. Here's how to fix it from the ground up

Health insurance remains overly complex, failing to address the real needs of consumers and contributing to escalating healthcare costs.
Over 50% of Americans struggle to understand their health insurance, indicating a need for simpler, more intuitive offerings.
#california
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Chabria: Newsom isn't backing down on health care for immigrants despite threats

California's commitment to undocumented immigrants' health insurance despite budget cuts underscores its values amid federal challenges.
Marketing tech
fromRoute Fifty
1 month ago

How California sent residents' personal health data to LinkedIn

Covered California compromised sensitive user data by sending it to LinkedIn during the health insurance application process.
more#california
#data-breach
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Blue Shield of California shared the private health data of millions with Google for years | TechCrunch

Blue Shield of California shared millions of patients' private health information with Google, impacting 4.7 million individuals due to a data breach.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Blue Shield of California shared the private health data of millions with Google for years | TechCrunch

Blue Shield of California shared millions of patients' private health information with Google, impacting 4.7 million individuals due to a data breach.
more#data-breach
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Patients Are Left With Few Options as GLP-1 Copycats Disappear

As the primary supply chain stabilizes, many are left without access to the compounded versions that had previously been their only option for weight loss medications.
Alternative medicine
#patient-advocacy
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

A proposed law could force California health insurers to explain claim denials

Healthcare insurance companies frequently deny necessary treatments, putting families at risk.
Fighting insurance denials can be crucial for patient survival and recovery.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
1 month ago

These breakthrough gene therapies cost millions of dollars. Is a mortgage model the secret to paying for them?

Insurers' refusal to cover innovative gene therapies for conditions like sickle cell disease jeopardizes patient access, necessitating creative financing solutions.
Healthcare
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago

When Fighting with Your Insurance Company Becomes a Full-Time Job

Navigating health insurance often leads to substantial time loss for patients, as seen in Erin Massey's struggle to secure coverage for her medication.
Cancer
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Insurance company denies cancer patient potentially life-saving lung transplant

Insurance denial jeopardizes a cancer patient's life-saving lung transplant after initial approval.
Mental health
fromkffhealthnews.org
2 months ago

They won't help me': Sickest patients face insurance denials despite policy fixes

Patients like Sheldon Ekirch face significant challenges with insurance claims, particularly regarding necessary treatments for chronic conditions like small fiber neuropathy.
Healthcare
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

A proposed law could force California health insurers to explain claim denials

Healthcare insurance companies frequently deny necessary treatments, putting families at risk.
Fighting insurance denials can be crucial for patient survival and recovery.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
1 month ago

These breakthrough gene therapies cost millions of dollars. Is a mortgage model the secret to paying for them?

Insurers' refusal to cover innovative gene therapies for conditions like sickle cell disease jeopardizes patient access, necessitating creative financing solutions.
Healthcare
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago

When Fighting with Your Insurance Company Becomes a Full-Time Job

Navigating health insurance often leads to substantial time loss for patients, as seen in Erin Massey's struggle to secure coverage for her medication.
Cancer
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Insurance company denies cancer patient potentially life-saving lung transplant

Insurance denial jeopardizes a cancer patient's life-saving lung transplant after initial approval.
Mental health
fromkffhealthnews.org
2 months ago

They won't help me': Sickest patients face insurance denials despite policy fixes

Patients like Sheldon Ekirch face significant challenges with insurance claims, particularly regarding necessary treatments for chronic conditions like small fiber neuropathy.
more#patient-advocacy
#medicare-advantage
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Aetna, Humana sued by feds over alleged Medicare kickback scheme

The Justice Department has accused major health insurers of paying kickbacks to brokers for steering patients into their Medicare Advantage plans.
Healthcare
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Aetna, Humana sued by feds over alleged Medicare kickback scheme

The Justice Department has accused major health insurers of paying kickbacks to brokers for steering patients into their Medicare Advantage plans.
Healthcare
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

UnitedHealth Group CEO steps down; suspends 2025 outlook on higher-than-expected medical costs

UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty is leaving for personal reasons, while Stephen Hemsley steps in as CEO amidst rising medical costs.
more#medicare-advantage
#taxes
more#taxes
#job-security
fromABC News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'We're under attack by billionaires': Fired federal workers speak out on terminations

fromABC News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'We're under attack by billionaires': Fired federal workers speak out on terminations

more#job-security
#retirement
more#retirement
#death-penalty
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Diehard Luigi Mangione fans rally outside NYC courthouse as he pleads not guilty to murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in federal death penalty case

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder charges, sparking a protest against the death penalty by his supporters.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Diehard Luigi Mangione fans rally outside NYC courthouse as he pleads not guilty to murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in federal death penalty case

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder charges, sparking a protest against the death penalty by his supporters.
more#death-penalty
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Blue Shield shared 4.7M people's health info with Google Ads

Blue Shield of California unknowingly shared sensitive health information of 4.7 million members with Google, raising serious privacy concerns.
#consumer-awareness
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Consumers warned not to get caught out by unexpected health insurance hikes

Health insurance price hikes are frequently higher than advertised averages, often exceeding inflation rates, leading to significant cost increases for consumers.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Insurers slashing health plan benefits at same time as they push through huge premium hikes

Health insurers are reducing benefits while increasing premiums, a phenomenon termed 'shrinkflation'.
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Consumers warned not to get caught out by unexpected health insurance hikes

Health insurance price hikes are frequently higher than advertised averages, often exceeding inflation rates, leading to significant cost increases for consumers.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Insurers slashing health plan benefits at same time as they push through huge premium hikes

Health insurers are reducing benefits while increasing premiums, a phenomenon termed 'shrinkflation'.
more#consumer-awareness
#affordable-care-act
Healthcare
fromFast Company
3 months ago

An upcoming Supreme Court case could make PrEP less affordable-does it have to?

PrEP coverage is crucial for reducing HIV transmission and is under legal threat due to religious freedom objections.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Trump administration ditches Biden-era ACA flexibilities

CMS proposes changes to health insurance enrollment that may lead to significant coverage loss for low-income individuals.
Healthcare
fromAustin Monitor
3 months ago

Federal cuts slash more than $2M from Foundation Communities' health navigator program - Austin Monitor

Foundation Communities faces severe funding cuts, jeopardizing health insurance navigation services for low-income Americans.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
3 months ago

An upcoming Supreme Court case could make PrEP less affordable-does it have to?

PrEP coverage is crucial for reducing HIV transmission and is under legal threat due to religious freedom objections.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Trump administration ditches Biden-era ACA flexibilities

CMS proposes changes to health insurance enrollment that may lead to significant coverage loss for low-income individuals.
Healthcare
fromAustin Monitor
3 months ago

Federal cuts slash more than $2M from Foundation Communities' health navigator program - Austin Monitor

Foundation Communities faces severe funding cuts, jeopardizing health insurance navigation services for low-income Americans.
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court Wrestles With Challenge to Affordable Care Act Over Free Preventive Care

The Supreme Court is divided over the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act's mandate for free preventive care.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A record 24 million people now get Obamacare health plans. Will it last under Trump?

The Affordable Care Act's enrollment hits a record high under the Biden administration, showcasing significant improvements in access to health coverage for Americans.
more#affordable-care-act
#germany
more#germany
#funding
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Startup companies

Exclusive: Thatch raises $40M to give employees more control of their health care choices

fromTechCrunch
2 months ago
Startup companies

Exclusive: Thatch raises $40M to give employees more control of their health care choices

more#funding
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Rise in numbers with health insurance despite slew of price hikes

Health insurance coverage in the population rose to 2.52 million, despite significant price hikes making it unaffordable for some.
#visa-requirements
more#visa-requirements
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

GOP's Plan to Give Tax Breaks to the Rich Is Now Projected to Cost $7 Trillion

GOP tax cut proposals could cost $7 trillion, disproportionately benefiting the wealthy and corporations.
#healthcare-access
Healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A record number of Americans are struggling to afford healthcare

Over one-third of Americans now face challenges affording quality healthcare, highlighting significant economic disparities.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A record number of Americans are struggling to afford healthcare

Over one-third of Americans now face challenges affording quality healthcare, highlighting significant economic disparities.
more#healthcare-access
Healthcare
fromstateline.org
2 months ago

States try to rein in health insurers' claim denials, with mixed results

Health insurers face criticism for using AI to deny care without human intervention, prompting legislative responses.
#medicare
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Dr. Oz: How His Millions Collide With Medicare

Dr. Oz's promotion of Medicare Advantage plans raises questions about conflicts of interest and his financial motivations.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Doctors for the uber-rich and more: Letters to the Editor - Feb. 23, 2025

Concierge medicine is growing in NY, posing risks to equal healthcare access.
Physicians moving to concierge practices tend to reduce patient loads, worsening care access.
Concierge doctors should be restricted from billing Medicare and insurance for fairness.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

We're in our 50s with a net worth of $5 million and we're not sure if we can retire yet or if we're just being overly cautious

Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Dr. Oz: How His Millions Collide With Medicare

Dr. Oz's promotion of Medicare Advantage plans raises questions about conflicts of interest and his financial motivations.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Doctors for the uber-rich and more: Letters to the Editor - Feb. 23, 2025

Concierge medicine is growing in NY, posing risks to equal healthcare access.
Physicians moving to concierge practices tend to reduce patient loads, worsening care access.
Concierge doctors should be restricted from billing Medicare and insurance for fairness.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

We're in our 50s with a net worth of $5 million and we're not sure if we can retire yet or if we're just being overly cautious

more#medicare
Data science
fromHackernoon
2 months ago

Transforming Health Insurance with AI-Driven Business Analytics: A Case Study in Digital Excellence | HackerNoon

AI-powered analytics is revolutionizing health insurance by enhancing risk assessment and claims management.
Ruchi Mangharamani leads initiatives that improve decision-making through predictive analytics and cost optimization.
Healthcare
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

India: Will air pollution jack up health insurance costs? DW 03/13/2025

Air insurance premiums in Delhi may increase due to health impact from pollution.
Insurers are considering raising premiums by 10-15% for health policies in Delhi.
SF politics
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Fired federal workers are dealing with backlash-from their own relatives

Laid-off federal workers face unexpected support for government cuts from their own families, complicating their struggles for employment and health insurance.
#premium-increase
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Newest health insurance provider is the latest to hike its prices, as government levy rises

Level Health is increasing health insurance premiums by an average of 6%, affecting families significantly.
Healthcare
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Newest health insurance provider is the latest to hike its prices, as government levy rises

Level Health is increasing health insurance premiums by an average of 6%, affecting families significantly.
more#premium-increase
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Consumers can buy Zepbound direct from the drugmaker if they'll pay out of pocket

Eli Lilly's Zepbound reaches 100,000 direct buyers monthly, showing a shift towards online drug sales despite insurance coverage limitations.
Healthcare
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Major health insurer hits customers with price rise, while benefits are cut

Irish Life Health customers face a €100 increase in annual cover costs due to a government levy.
France politics
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

March dates, mutuelles and signs of Spring: 6 essential articles for life in France

March 2025 in France features significant events like the conclusion of a high-profile embezzlement trial and new tax implementations.
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Health insurance startup Alan keeps growing at a rapid pace | TechCrunch

Alan's model is focused on achieving a breakeven claims-to-premiums ratio, taking a 12% to 14% cut for added services, indicating a sustainable business strategy.
European startups
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

Tim Noel named next CEO of UnitedHealthcare

UHG has appointed Tim Noel as the new CEO of UnitedHealthcare following the tragic loss of former CEO Brian Thompson due to a violent incident.
Miscellaneous
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

Dear Pepper: What a Way to Make a Livin'

For the most part, artists don't have that kind of stability. We also don't have that kind of constriction.
Humor
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