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23+ min ago (1189+ words) Florida resident Keith Jones says his Affordable Care Act insurance plan was changed multiple times this year without his permission. Now the 52-year-old is struggling with his health problems while facing large premium bills he says he shouldn't owe. The third time, he sought help from an insurance agent, who got Jones on the phone with the federal healthcare.gov call center to sort things out. During that call, "literally, there was someone opening a new policy without my consent," Jones said. Despite new rules that went into effect in mid-2024 aimed at thwarting such unauthorized ACA changes, it's still happening, said Florida-based agent Jason Fine, who is trying to help Jones and dozens of other clients unravel such switches. The Government Accountability Office, an independent government watchdog, on Dec. 3 issued a sharply critical, though preliminary, report saying that years of…...

28+ min ago (50+ words) Health care premiums are set to skyrocket, and thousands of Massachusetts residents are dropping plans they obtained through a state exchange. WBZ-TV's Anna Meiler reports. More than 10,000 in Massachusetts drop health insurance plans for 2026 More than 10,000 in Massachusetts drop health insurance plans for 2026...

2+ hour, 44+ min ago (855+ words) Americans across the country are facing what lawmakers and news outlets describe as "huge sticker shock" as Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance premiums surge ahead of the possible expiration of enhanced federal tax credits at the end of December. The announcement highlights widespread reporting from national and local outlets showing families, cancer patients, small-business'MoreNationwide premium shock looms as ACA subsidies near expiration Nationwide premium shock looms as ACA subsidies near expiration Americans across the country are facing what lawmakers and news outlets describe as "huge sticker shock" as Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance premiums surge ahead of the possible expiration of enhanced federal tax credits at the end of December. The announcement highlights widespread reporting from national and local outlets showing families, cancer patients, small-business owners and retirees confronting monthly premium increases ranging from hundreds to thousands of…...

2+ hour, 52+ min ago (72+ words) As lawmakers debate extending federal Affordable Care Act subsidies, some states are trying to protect coverage for residents whose health care premiums could skyrocket if the tax incentives expire. States try to lower cost of ACA premiums as debate to extend subsidies continues As lawmakers debate extending federal Affordable Care Act subsidies, some states are trying to protect coverage for residents whose health care premiums could skyrocket if the tax incentives expire....

4+ hour, 26+ min ago (12+ words) Why Zurich Kotak Car Insurance Is Becoming the Preferred Choice in India...

4+ hour, 26+ min ago (230+ words) Also Read | Maharashtra Government Steps Up Detection of Fake Medicines, Cough Syrups. Also Read | 'I've Never Gotten Work Done': Sydney Sweeney Breaks Silence on Plastic Surgery Rumours, Says Everybody on Social Media Is Insane. Such flexibility allows customers to customise their policy based on car model, age, usage and risk exposure, making Zurich Kotak suitable for both new and seasoned vehicle owners. Rewarding policyholders with no claim bonusZurich Kotak extends No Claim Bonus (NCB) benefits to customers who complete a policy year without filing a claim. With each claim-free year, the NCB percentage rises, leading to significant savings on future premiums.For safe drivers and cautious owners, this feature creates long-term value while promoting responsible driving habits. Trusted by a fast-growing customer baseAs awareness grows and more car owners share positive experiences, Zurich Kotak Car Insurance is gaining recognition as…...

5+ hour, 24+ min ago (451+ words) Isaac Akpoveta, Director-General of Delta State Contributory Health Scheme Commission (DSCHC), has explained why the agency extends its insurance scheme to the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the State, saying protecting the health of business operators is fundamental to sustaining economic prosperity. "When we keep our MSMEs operators healthy, we keep Delta State prosperous, he said. Akpoveta, a medical doctor and health administrator gave the explanation while addressing the over 1,500 business operators that participated at the just concluded Delta State MSMEs Summit organised by the Delta State Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency (DEMSMEDA). According to him, the agency is committed to safeguarding the enterprises from the financial risks associated with emergencies. Represented by Okeoghene Owigho, a medical doctor and deputy director in the Commission, he conveyed his warm congratulations to DEMSMEDA for hosting the summit with…...

5+ hour, 41+ min ago (208+ words) In its latest agreement with a China partner, Pfizer said on Tuesday it had entered into a global collaboration and license agreement with YaoPharma, a subsidiary of Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical, for the development, manufacturing and commercialization of a drug for chronic weight management. (See detailed announcement here.) YaoPharma will receive an upfront payment of $150 million and is eligible to receive payments associated with certain development, regulatory and commercial milestones up to $1.935 billion, as well as tiered royalties on sales, if approved, the announcement said. "Trade tensions continue to simmer and occasionally they heat up. But we believe we must continue to place our confidence in dialogue," Pfizer Chairman Albert Bourla said of U.S.-China ties in September at a gala meeting in New York of the National Committee on U.S.-China Relations. (See related post here. ) Fosun Pharmaceutical is a spinoff from…...

7+ hour, 2+ min ago (665+ words) These HDHP-HSA plans are proving to be a way for many employers and employees to better control healthcare costs. They were established by law in 2004 as part of the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act. More than half of employers (55%) offer a consumer-directed health plan paired with an HSA, and two-thirds (66%) contribute to HSAs, most commonly $500$599 for individual coverage and $2,000 or more for family coverage, according to Gallagher's US Workforce Trends Report: Benefits Benchmarks. In addition to covering immediate expenses, a growing segment of HSA holders, particularly younger workers, are using their accounts as a long-term investment and retirement vehicle due to the triple-tax advantage'contributions are tax-deductible, earnings grow tax-free, and withdrawals for qualified medical expenses are tax-free. These plans, therefore, help people manage their healthcare costs and save for the future. As with 401(k) balances, HSA funds used to…...

7+ hour, 18+ min ago (234+ words) Oklahomans could see significant increases in health insurance costs next year, as enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits are set to expire at the end of the month. Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready warns premiums could rise by as much as 30%, and he expects some residents may choose to go without insurance altogether. Mulready says he's been "sounding the alarm for months," urging Oklahomans to prepare for possible changes that could affect nearly everyone in the state. Morton Comprehensive Health System in Tulsa says the loss of enhanced tax credits could heavily impact people who rely on marketplace insurance. CEO Susan Savage says about 300,000 Oklahomans could be affected if the credits expire. "They will earn too much to qualify for Medicaid" and they will make not enough money to buy their insurance on the health exchange," said Savage. The health…...