Health Insurance News Novel Health Plan Surcharge Suit Tests Covid Vaccine Policies

Most Americans are still guaranteed to get Covid-19 vaccines at no cost — for now

Most Americans with health insurance should not have to pay out of pocket for Covid-19 vaccines, even after the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added an extra hurdle to getting the shot. Read More

How to choose the best health insurance plan for your budget as open enrollment season gets underway

The high cost of health care is a major concern for many as open enrollment gets underway this week. The annual period to sign up or change your health insurance starts Oct. 15 for millions of people ... Read More

Who Can Get a COVID-19 Vaccine, and When Is the Best Time?

Who is eligible for a COVID vaccine? While early FDA guidelines restricted COVID vaccinations to older adults or those with preexisting conditions, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) ... Read More

Out-of-network providers price gouging COVID-19 tests, AHIP says

Out-of-network providers are inflating the price of COVID-19 diagnostic and antibody tests, according to a report from America’s Health Insurance Plans. AHIP conducted a survey of its member plans in ... Read More

Settlement reached for state health plan, Duke Health

(The Center Square) – The state of North Carolina and Duke Health have settled their dispute over the cost of care for employees and retirees on the state health plan, both parties announced Friday. Read More

A family health insurance plan now costs nearly $27,000. Why is insurance so expensive?

If it seems like your health insurance bill is rising faster than your paycheck, you’re not mistaken. The average cost for a family health insurance plan offered through the workplace was $26,993 in ... Read More