New Health Policies Will Expose Many Missourians To Higher Premiums, More Risk
Using health law subsidies, many will be able to afford health coverage for the first time. But the insurance they'll be buying comes with caveats.
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Mental Health Parity Rule Clarifies Standards For Treatment Limits
Jennifer Mathis of the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law talks with KHN's consumer columnist.
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With Three Weeks Left, Consumers Fear They May End Up Without Health Coverage On New Year’s Day
Insurance marketplace malfunctions have left some eager consumers in limbo as deadline to enroll nears. "I'm praying to God," one says.
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Health Law Enrollment Efforts For Asian Americans Face Challenges Of Language Diversity, Cultural Differences
Because of the diversity of this immigrant population, experts say educational campaigns to raise awareness about the health law's new coverage options must avoid a "one-size-fits-all" model.
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California Sends Incorrect Information To 246,000 Low-Income Patients
The state mistakenly told consumers in the "bridge to reform" program that they may have to switch doctors as they transition to Medicaid.
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Enrolling In Obamacare In Alaska Is Possible
Lara Imler finally got through on healthcare.gov, but it took both motivation and expertise. She has a chronic condition and a programming degree.
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In North Carolina, Medicaid Managed Care Companies Finding New Opportunities
Since Gov. Pat McCrory has proposed privatizing Medicaid, managed care companies from out of state have been increasing their presence in North Carolina.
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Blue Shield of California Delays Cancellations for Some Individual Policyholders
Threatened with a legal action from the state, company says 80,000 customers can keep their plans through March 31.
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In Miami, Medicare Comes With White-Glove Treatment
More than half of all eligible seniors in Miami-Dade and Broward counties enroll in private managed care, rather than traditional Medicare, in a highly-lucrative and super-competitive marketplace for Medicare Advantage plans.
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Three Critical Measures Of Marketplaces’ Impact Could Take Several Years To Assess
Initial reports on enrollment, premium prices and breadth of benefits likely will not reflect long-term prospects.
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Consumer Groups Criticize Anthem’s Narrow Network In Missouri’s Obamacare Marketplace
The insurer touts affordable plans, but the exclusion of some premier hospitals could reduce treatment options for some patients.
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Prevention Programs For People Without Insurance Still Play Key Role
Although the health law could expand coverage to millions, many low-income people and others will not have insurance and will still have to rely on these programs for preventive care.
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Three Things To Know Before Buying A Health Plan — And Where To Find Them
Consumers shopping in the new Obamacare marketplaces will want to know these three things before buying coverage.
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Wellness Apps And Websites Go For New Clients: Insurance Companies
Cigna's partnership with MyFitnessPal is part of a trend, as insurers pair up with online weight-loss and wellness platforms to try to encourage healthy behavior.
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5 Things To Remember About Shopping On The Health Insurance Marketplaces
Consumers should start now thinking about their options and should weigh the total costs, not just premiums, as well as the network of doctors and hospitals associated with each plan.