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health insurance companies
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science2 hrs ago
ACA insurers seek 14% median rate increase for 2027
Health insurance companies filed requests for a median 14% premium increase on 2027 Affordable Care Act plans. The filings come after enrollment fell and enhanced subsidies ended.
finance51 days ago
Mark Cuban Questions Malpractice Insurance Requirement for Health Insurers
Mark Cuban asked on social media why health insurance companies are not required to carry malpractice insurance when they deny care that later harms patients. The post drew replies from users who shared experiences with denied claims.
Forbesfinance58 days ago
Health Insurers Report Lower Medical Loss Ratios in First Quarter
Major health insurance companies including UnitedHealthcare, CVS Health’s Aetna, Centene and Elevance Health reported lower medical loss ratios in the first quarter of 2026 as patient claim costs declined. Enrollment in Affordable Care Act marketplace plans fell sharply at United…
medpagetoday.comworld74 days ago
50 Health Insurers Commit to Standardizing Prior Authorization for Key Services
Major health insurance companies, including UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and Cigna, committed to standardizing electronic prior authorization requests for services like orthopedic surgeries and imaging. The move spans commercial, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid managed care plans.
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Trump Administration Policies Linked to Increased Profits for Health Insurers
Former President Donald Trump stated during his 2016 campaign that he would address issues with health insurance companies. STAT News reported that certain policies under his administration correlated with higher profits for these insurers. The report examined financial data and…
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