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Obamacare Sign-Ups Soar But Confirmed Coverage Is An Issue
Since Jan. 1, thousands of people trying to use their new insurance have been told by caregivers that they are not covered. Many have spent hours trying to clear up the confusion with insurers.
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HHS Extends Coverage For Patients In Federal High-Risk Pools
The insurance plan, which serves thousands of people with medical problems who could not get coverage elsewhere, had been slated to end at the end of the month.
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Affording The Affordable Care Act
Despite the name of the new health care law, anti-poverty agencies nationwide fear that the poor will continue to struggle to find affordable health insurance coverage.
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Some Medical Schools Shaving Off A Year Of Training
The chance to finish medical school early is attracting increased attention from students burdened with six-figure education loans. Medical school administrators and policymakers see it as a way to produce doctors faster and as a response to the looming shortage of primary care physicians.
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Emergency Rooms Are Front Line For Enrolling New Obamacare Customers
While it may be a logical place to enroll the uninsured, consumer confusion -- and illness -- are hurdles for outreach workers.
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Health Law Adds Coverage For Services Needed By People With Developmental Disabilities
But advocates are concerned that insurers may find ways around the new requirements.
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Nearly A Quarter Of Health Marketplace Enrollees Are Young Adults
This group of people aged 18 to 34, who make up about 40 percent of the potential market, is vital to the health of the insurance exchanges.
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A Reader Asks: Will A Tax Lien Affect My Premium Tax Credit?
Experts tell KHN's consumer columnist that it is unlikely a tax lien would mean consumers would have to repay the insurance subsidies.
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Maryland’s Bold Hospital Spending Plan Gets Federal Blessing
Maryland hospitals have agreed to new spending limits and big changes in the way they are paid, creating what could be a national model.
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Obamacare Giving Big Boost To Georgia’s Health IT Industry
In a state where politicians have said 'no' to the Affordable Care Act, the area around Atlanta has a growing number of health IT businesses. Some are benefiting from the law.
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Most Small Health Plans Struggle To Thrive In California Insurance Marketplace
Unlike their larger counterparts, small health plans are struggling in the state's health insurance marketplace to attract new members -- with two exceptions.
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New Providers Face Obstacles in Texas Women’s Health Program
Physician groups generally don't have the public financing to pay for services that aren't expressly covered by the state program -- creating difficulties for their low-income patients, as well as for their own practices.
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New Insurance Policies Must Cover Mental Illness
Anyone who buys a plan through the new online marketplaces will find mental health services covered as one of 10 "essential health benefits."
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Doors To Treatment Opening For Poor Illinoisans Struggling With Mental Illness
Federal and state laws expand psychiatric coverage, but some experts fear care will be in short supply.