The Minnesota Star Tribune is exploring the top issues in the governor’ s race with a series of articles this week that look at where the candidates stand. Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth, the GOP nominee for governor, has not released a health care plan, but her campaign has pointed to her support for the state’ s reinsurance program, which reimburses health…
When a letter notified Roger Courter that his UPMC for Life health plan was being terminated, the West Taylor Township retiree figured he would just need to re-enroll for a few more dollars. Then Courter realized that UPMC was pulling his Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plan from Cambria County altogether– and it sent him and his wife, Denise, into a panic, he…
ECGI Holdings (OTC: ECGI) is featured in an AINewsWire editorial examining the shift toward preventive, coordinated healthcare and the growing role of artificial intelligence (“AI”) in improving patient outcomes and managing costs. The editorial highlights ECGI’s completed acquisition of Avanta Group, an emerging platform combining a developing Medicare Advantage health plan, management services and AI-driven […]
Last week, the Social Security Administration announced the cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 Social Security benefits, as well as the 2027 wage base upon which social security taxes will be paid. Social Security benefits include Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance, and Supplemental Security Income. On average, Social Security retirement…
The following information was released by Americans for Prosperity:. Author: AFP Posted: Oct 20, 2026. If you pay attention to health care debates in Washington, you've probably heard the term Medicare for All.
Tow crews sweep debris within the hour, rain erases skid marks, and passing traffic grinds tire scuffs into the asphalt. Insurers almost never reach a collision site before that happens. Still, claims departments produce timelines that fix speed and braking down to fractions of a second.
Today, the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance announced a significant enforcement action against Government Employees Insurance Company, driving the return of over $10.5 million in wrongfully-charged premium back to New Jersey policyholders. "Consumer protection is at the heart of our mission here at the Department of Banking and Insurance,…
Jonathan Lindsey this week introduced Senate Bill 1208, which would allow Medicare-eligible seniors to keep their coverage options instead of having to repeat the same Personal Injury Protection medical opt-out every time they renew their auto policy. Under current law and Department of Insurance and Financial Services guidance, if a driver fails to…
The Best’ s Market Segment Report, titled,“ US Farm Bureau Insurers Reverse Direction: P/C Profitable; L/A Premiums Up Slightly,” notes that momentum following the strong 2025 results has continued into the first half of 2026, as property/casualty farm bureaus recorded nearly $1 billion in underwriting gains in the first six months of 2026, on pace with the $2.9…
Health Insurance Alliance, LLC, a trusted health insurance advisor to individuals and families, today announced the launch of Covly, a new consumer platform built to make health insurance choices easier to understand and help people find the right coverage for them. Powered by the technology capabilities of Fuego Leads, LLC, a customer acquisition and…
ORLANDO, FL Today, IAAPAannounced the launch of IAAPA Insurance Solutions, a new licensed insurance agency established through a joint venture between IAAPA and Higginbotham Insurance Agency. IAAPA Insurance Solutions operates in partnership with Higginbotham Insurance Agency, one of the largest independent insurance brokers in the country.
FEMA has launched a new online tool allowing residents to obtain quotes and purchase flood insurance directly through the National Flood Insurance Program. "I've seen firsthand how floodwaters devastate American communities," FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton said. FEMA said the NFIP provides about $10.3 billion in coverage to roughly 41,000…
Oklahoma's "improper payment rate" for Medicaid, also known as SoonerCare, was 0.15% in 2025 compared to the national average of 6.12%, according to the Oklahoma Health Care Authority. "Oklahomans expect every taxpayer dollar to be spent the right way, and we hold ourselves to that standard," said Aaron Morris, interim CEO of the Health Care Authority, in a statement.
Costco, the multi-billion-dollar retailer, just partnered with health insurer SCAN Group to offer Medicare Advantage plans in select states. This new offering of the popular alternative to Medicare, which lets beneficiaries choose among competing private plans, shows how mainstream these plans have become. Last year, the Centers for Medicare& Medicaid…
In fact, federal regulations and the Florida Building Code bar single family homeowners in flood zones from installing permanent flood barriers on their properties at all. In Florida, where homeowners are increasingly finding floodwaters at their door, the market for these kinds of products— both off the shelf at a home improvement store and custom-built— has…
In the lead-up to the Oct. 15 open enrollment start date, Iowa's Senior Health Insurance Information Program and Senior Medicare Patrol notified Iowa Medicare beneficiaries of the plan cancellations and changes. The state insurance division programs, which provide information about Medicare and protection against fraud and abuse, are advising affected…
Legacy today announced the release of two new fixed indexed annuities with carrier partner Malibu Life. Issued by Malibu Life’ s Texas- domiciled insurance company TruSpire Retirement Insurance Company, PillarMark SM with MultiRider SM offers competitive lifetime income with a 10- year wait, while SpireMark SM with MultiRider Max SM provides greater…
—Inflation in the U.K. rose to its highest rate in almost a year as the Iran war continues to ratchet up fuel prices, official figures showed Wednesday, cementing market expectations that the Bank of England will raise interest rates next month. The increase takes inflation further above the Bank of England's target rate of 2%. Whatever measures he comes up with to…
