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Breaking down the Affordable Care Act: How it works and why it's so costly

The government remains shut down, as lawmakers fight over extending healthcare subsidies. NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Dr. Zeke Emanuel, who helped draft the Affordable Care Act. Read More

Health insurance premiums are going up next year — unless you work at these companies

As U.S. health insurance costs rise, some companies are paying for all of their workers' premiums. It's a big expense — but they say it pays off. Read More

Health insurance battle at heart of shutdown

Democrats want the subsidies extended for an estimated 24 million people in the U.S., and refuse to vote on the funding bill until they are, while Republicans insist that they vote first, before any ... Read More

Health Insurance Expert David Wiley Explains Key Dates and Terms in HelloNation

The article, "What Are the Key Dates and Terms I Need to Know for Health Insurance?", shows how licensed insurance agent David Wiley of Watkinsville, GA, explains the importance of enrollment periods, ... Read More

What to know as the annual sign-up window for health insurance arrives

Shoppers can get a sense for their options by checking their state marketplace. You can find that by visiting healthcare.gov. Collins said people should start there, not Google. Search engine results ... Read More

Your health insurance through work could face higher premiums next year

If you’re among the roughly 165 million Americans who get your health coverage through work, not the government, you might be wondering: Is my plan next, now that health insurance premiums for ... Read More

How Fake Health Insurance Is Luring People In

After a long career as a nurse, Lisa Bower, now 61, retired, started working as a part-time nanny, and, in 2021, realized she needed health insurance. The Illinois resident took to the Internet to ... Read More

Is it cheaper to pay for medical care without health insurance?

Hospitals or clinics may offer cash-only discounts to people who pay without insurance. But experts warn that health care isn't the place to bargain for the best deal. Read More

EDITORIAL: Congress must act to keep health insurance affordable

Sep. 10—The BDN Editorial Board operates independently from the newsroom, and does not set policies or contribute to reporting or editing articles elsewhere in the newspaper or on bangordailynews.com. Read More

What Is Critical Illness Insurance?

Critical illness (CI) insurance pays a lump sum if a person is diagnosed with a serious medical condition. It can cover medical and everyday costs not covered by their regular health plan. With CI ... Read More