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Enrollment 2018

Podcast: ‘What The Health?’ Taxes, Medicare And The Year-End Mess

In this episode of “What the Health?” Julie Rovner of Kaiser Health News, Joanne Kenen of Politico and Paige Winfield Cunningham of The Washington Post discuss the possible impact of the tax bill on the Medicare program, confirmation hearings for a new secretary of Health and Human Services and the future of the Children’s Health Insurance Program. Plus, for “extra credit,” the panelists recommend their favorite health stories of the week.

Nov. 30, 2017

Insuring Your Health

Parents Are Not Liable For Medical Debts Of Adult Children On Shared Insurance

Even though the federal health law allows young adults to stay on their parents’ plan, those children are generally responsible for their own debts.

By Michelle Andrews

Nov. 28, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Putting Money Where Its Mouthpiece Is: Calif. Outspends U.S. To Market Obamacare

The state insurance exchange is committing nearly five times more money than the federal government on ads urging people to sign up for health insurance, reflecting conflicting attitudes toward the Affordable Care Act.

By Ana B. Ibarra and Carmen Heredia Rodriguez

Nov. 27, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Marketplace Confusion Opens Door To Questions About Skinny Plans

Regulators are beginning to scrutinize claims by companies that their alternative plans help people meet Obamacare requirements.

By Julie Appleby

Nov. 27, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Podcast: ‘What The Health?’ Meanwhile, In Other Health News…

In this episode of “What the Health?” Julie Rovner of Kaiser Health News, Joanne Kenen of Politico, Alice Ollstein of Talking Points Memo and Sarah Jane Tribble of Kaiser Health News discuss some of the under-covered health stories of the past several weeks, including drug price issues, the opioid epidemic and women’s reproductive health.

Nov. 21, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Podcast: ‘What The Health?’ Tax Bill Or Health Bill?

Julie Rovner of Kaiser Health News, Sarah Kliff of Vox.com, Joanne Kenen of Politico and Alice Ollstein of Talking Points Memo discuss the inclusion of health policies into the current tax cut debate, including a possible repeal of the fines for people who fail to maintain health insurance.

Nov. 17, 2017

Despite ACA Cost Protections, Most Adolescents Skip Regular Checkups

Only 48 percent of kids ages 10 to 17 have well-child visits, even though the federal health law requires insurers to pick up the entire tab, a study finds.

By Michelle Andrews

Nov. 17, 2017

Enrollment 2018

About A Third Of Americans Unaware Of Obamacare Open Enrollment

Nonetheless, federal officials report sign-ups are robust so far this year.

By Phil Galewitz

Nov. 17, 2017

Ask Emily

For Millions of Insured Americans, State Health Laws Don’t Apply

Many states have adopted strong consumer regulations, but they don’t protect the millions of Americans with a specific type of job-based coverage.

By Emily Bazar

Nov. 16, 2017

California Fines Anthem $5 Million For Failing to Address Consumer Grievances

The Department of Managed Health Care cited one example in which consumers and advocates had to call the insurer 22 times to contest a decision. Still, the complaint still was not resolved until the department became involved.

By Chad Terhune

Nov. 15, 2017

Some States Roll Back ‘Retroactive Medicaid,’ A Buffer For The Poor — And For Hospitals

The retroactive payments provide protection for poor patients who can be enrolled in Medicaid after becoming seriously ill. That enrollment process takes time, and the look-back provision helps guarantee coverage they would have been entitled to if they had enrolled earlier.

By Michelle Andrews

Nov. 14, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Brokers Are Reluctant Players In A Most Challenging ACA Open-Enrollment Season

With federal support slashed for organizations that provided consumers help in making their health plan choices, insurance brokers have to pick up the slack.

By Julie Appleby

Nov. 13, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Obamacare Shopping Is Trickier Than Ever. Here’s A Cheat Sheet.

This year, more than ever, it is important to know your options.

By Jay Hancock

Nov. 10, 2017

Maine Voters Greenlight Medicaid Expansion, But Governor Says Whoa

A battle brews as Republican Gov. Paul LePage says he won't implement the Medicaid expansion unless the Legislature funds Maine's share. Other states, such as Idaho and Utah, are keenly watching.

By Patty Wight, Maine Public Radio

Nov. 9, 2017

Enriched By The Poor: California Health Insurers Make Billions Through Medicaid

Medicaid is rarely associated with getting rich. But some insurance companies are reaping spectacular profits off the taxpayer-funded program in California, even when the state finds their patient care is subpar.

By Chad Terhune and Anna Gorman

Nov. 6, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Insurer Tries A Soft Touch — Puppies! — For This Year’s Hard Sell Of Obamacare Plans

Open enrollment for health insurance on the Affordable Care Act exchanges started last week. Across the country, municipalities, insurers and grass-roots groups are working hard to help folks navigate the hoops.

By Gisele Grayson, NPR

Nov. 6, 2017

Health Companies Race To Catch UnitedHealth As Amazon Laces Up

UnitedHealth, a health industry goliath, has its hand in doctors’ offices, surgery centers, technology services and prescription drugs. It is the industry model, and CVS and Aetna, says one expert, are ‘wannabes.’

By Chad Terhune

Nov. 3, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Big Premium Hike? Blame It On The Kids

Premiums are rising for many reasons next year, and one is that insurers are charging a lot more for teenagers.

By Courtney Perkes

Nov. 3, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Podcast: ‘What The Health?’ How Confused Are We?

In this episode of “What the Health?” Julie Rovner of Kaiser Health News, Stephanie Armour of The Wall Street Journal, Joanne Kenen of Politico and Paige Winfield Cunningham of The Washington Post discuss the start of open enrollment under the Affordable Care Act, legislative efforts on Capitol Hill on taxes and children’s health insurance, and recommendations of the president’s opioid commission.

Nov. 2, 2017

Enrollment 2018

Funding For ACA Sign-Up Campaigns Varies Widely From State To State

States aren't getting nearly as much federal money this year to explain and campaign for Affordable Care Act policies. Some are trying to make up the shortfall; others lack the cash or political will.

By Mark Zdechlik, Minnesota Public Radio

Nov. 1, 2017

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