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Report shows growing impact of health insurance costs on American incomes
by
Lily Jamali
Jan 12, 2022
Health insurance premiums and deductibles now take up more than 10 percent of median income in more than 30 states.
For anyone who was on unemployment, Obamacare could be free the rest of 2021
Jun 30, 2021
Free premiums and very low co-pays will kick in for people who received at least a week of benefits, regardless of income.
As demand for mental health care spikes, parity with physical care remains elusive
Jun 29, 2021
The law requires insurance “parity” for mental and physical care, but it’s often harder to find a therapist than a physician.
New law dramatically expands access to health care subsidies
Mar 11, 2021
Lots of low- and middle-income folks who didn’t qualify for subsidies before will now.
Health insurance disruptors like Oscar face challenges
by
Erika Beras
Feb 26, 2021
But as more people buy direct-to-consumer health insurance, innovators may find new ways to make money.
Federal health care portal reopens for 3-month special enrollment period
Feb 16, 2021
The Biden administration plans to spread the word that people can sign up and may be eligible for free or subsidized coverage.
HealthCare.gov reopens for enrollment
by
Nova Safo
Feb 15, 2021
Over the last four years, millions have dropped off the ACA.
For public good, not for profit.
No more surprise medical bills. What will that mean for insurance premiums?
Dec 30, 2020
One thing that’s not clear is how this might affect your insurance premiums.
Losing a job hasn't translated to losing health care — so far
Dec 16, 2020
Most people who've lost jobs during the pandemic didn't get health insurance at work.
States scrambling with Medicaid enrollments climbing
by
Erika Beras
Nov 30, 2020
Will a surge in enrollments prompted by the pandemic mean cuts to benefits?