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Study Finds Significant Differences In Plans Sold On Or Off The Exchanges

By Michelle Andrews October 28, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Researchers at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation found more bronze and gold offerings off the exchange and better out-of-network options. But there are no subsidies.

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Healthy Customers, And Those With Major Medical Needs, May Want Bronze Plans

By Michelle Andrews November 2, 2016 KFF Health News Original

The bronze plans’ lower premiums — coupled with the health law’s out-of-pocket-spending protections — may make these policies an attractive option.

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Siete tips para evitar un dolor de cabeza al inscribirse en un plan de salud

By Michelle Andrews November 1, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Con el período abierto de inscripción para planes de salud en los mercados establecidos por la Ley de Cuidado de Salud Asequible ya en marcha, los consumidores están preocupados por muchas cosas, desde el aumento de las primas hasta mantener al querido doctor.

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7 Tips To Help Avoid Costly Health Plan Enrollment Headaches

By Michelle Andrews November 1, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Despite fears of rising costs and fewer insurers on the health law’s marketplaces, consumers can find the best deals by carefully evaluating plans and checking out the fine print.

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For Seniors, Teeth Need Care — But Insurance Coverage Is Rare

By Michelle Andrews October 25, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Traditional Medicare does not cover most dental needs and the private Medicare Advantage plans often have limited coverage, leaving most seniors struggling to pay for dental care out of pocket.

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How Narrow Is It? Gov’t Begins Test Of Comparison Tool For Health Plan Networks

By Michelle Andrews October 14, 2016 KFF Health News Original

This fall, the tool will be available in four states with hopes of expanding it to other states in the future.

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7 Insurers Alleged To Use Skimpy Drug Coverage To Discourage HIV Patients

By Michelle Andrews October 18, 2016 KFF Health News Original

The plans sought to discourage costly HIV patients by not including their drug needs in formularies or requiring high cost sharing, a Harvard Law School group says in a complaint filed with HHS.

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Most Hospital Palliative Care Programs Are Understaffed

By Michelle Andrews September 30, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Guidelines recommend that hospitals have a physician, an advanced practice or registered nurse, a social worker and chaplain on the palliative care team, but only about 25 percent of hospitals meet that standard.

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California Won’t Extend Parental Leave Rights To Small Businesses

By Michelle Andrews October 11, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Gov. Jerry Brown vetoes a bill that would have guaranteed employees of small businesses can keep their jobs if they take parental leave to bond with a new child.

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Health Law Targets Women’s Preventive Services, But It Offers Help To Men, Too

By Michelle Andrews October 4, 2016 KFF Health News Original

A number of preventive services used by both men and women are now available at no cost to consumers.

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Expert Panel Recommends Expansion Of Services With No Cost Sharing For Women

By Michelle Andrews September 27, 2016 KFF Health News Original

The list of preventive services that insurers must cover without a co-pay could grow to include mammograms for younger women, testing that follows an irregular screening and birth control for men.

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Studies Link Cancer Patient’s Survival Time To Insurance Status

By Michelle Andrews September 16, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Research on patients with testicular cancer and others fighting a brain malignancy finds that people who are privately insured are more likely to be diagnosed earlier and survive longer.

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Hitch Keeps Many High-Deductible Plans From Covering Chronic Care Up Front

By Michelle Andrews September 20, 2016 KFF Health News Original

IRS rules limit plans set up to link to health savings accounts from covering most care until the deductible is paid off, but proposed legislation would expand what’s allowed.

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Insurers May Insist On Counseling Before Genetic Tests For Breast Cancer

By Michelle Andrews September 13, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Doctors are concerned that requiring referrals to genetic counselors can deter women from going forward with testing for genetic mutations that cause breast cancer.

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‘Simple Choice Plans’ To Debut In 2017 Marketplace Enrollment

By Michelle Andrews September 2, 2016 KFF Health News Original

The standardized policy options would provide a way for consumers to make apples-to-apples comparisons.

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Patients, Fearing Pricey Follow-Ups, May Shy Away From Some Colon Cancer Tests

By Michelle Andrews August 30, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Most screening tests for colon cancer are covered by insurance but if they come back positive, they may require a diagnostic colonoscopy and that may not be covered completely by insurance.

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Report For State Insurance Commissioners Offers Options To Improve Drug Access

By Michelle Andrews August 26, 2016 KFF Health News Original

The report describes steps that states could take to address a number of drug-coverage issues in the commercial insurance market.

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Public Health Officials Struggle To Identify Sepsis Before It Becomes Deadly

By Michelle Andrews August 23, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Consumer campaigns, hospital rules and some new state laws seek to increase awareness about the lethal disease.

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Insurance Doesn’t Ensure Children Get Needed Visual Exams, Study Says

By Michelle Andrews August 19, 2016 KFF Health News Original

Researchers estimate thousands of children suffer two debilitating eye conditions because they don’t get proper exams while young.

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Hidden Plan Exclusions May Leave Gaps In Women’s Care, Study Finds

By Michelle Andrews August 16, 2016 KFF Health News Original

The research finds that many plans don’t make details about what services are not covered readily apparent.

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