Some of the 702,857 low-income Iowans who rely on Medicaid for their health insurance will need to meet new work requirements starting Dec. 1, and they also must have their eligibility for that subsidized insurance renewed every six months. Recertifications will begin on Jan. 1, and some enrollees already are getting recertification packets in the mail.
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WASHINGTON, July 15, 2026/ PRNewswire/— U.S. News& World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today recognizes the winners of the 2026-2027 Home Insurance Awards. "When choosing the right home insurance company to trust with their largest asset, homeowners should consider not only the cost of a policy but also the reliability of that…
But this year, his new health insurer, Oscar HMO of Florida, pocketed the coupon card and required Gruber to pay for the drug until he satisfied the cost-sharing requirements on his own. If Oscar Health had applied Amgen' s coupon toward Gruber's cost sharing, he would have been on the hook for about $3,000 in covered services. Oscar Health is one of many commercial…
AUBURN— The City Council on Thursday approved an amendment to City Manager Jenny Haines' contract, but not without a sometimes tense debate and accusations levied by one councilor against his colleagues. Other changes, according to Auburn Mayor Jimmy Giannettino, include removing the PPO health insurance incentive, which was $1,000 a year, and allowing more…
IPSWICH— A local woman is continuing her three decades-long fight for insurance companies to cover the cost of wigs for Massachusetts residents with alopecia areata. Heidi Bratt, 65, who also has special needs due to brain damage she sustained at birth, was first diagnosed with alopecia as a teenager. Like others living with this autoimmune disease, her hair…
The economy, inflation and how those forces could impact the lives of Americans were front and center over the past week. Trips to the grocery store and gas station are more painful than they were last year, and rising costs are impacting the decisions of both households and businesses. The gusher of investment in data centers— likely topping $700 billion this…
Quick links: Grants for fortified roofs update| Wildfire mitigation discounts| Insurance profits| Unemployment rate at 3.9%| Free solar-tech training| Colorado gets a D for business| Reader poll. Colorado often ranks among the top states in the nation for many odd and trivial things. But being No. 1 for the largest cumulative increase in home insurance premiums…
KENOSHA, Wis.— People are holding on to their vehicles longer these days, so spending on car repairs is on the rise. By catering to those mechanics, Snap-on has enjoyed steady growth and profitability, despite the challenges facing U.S. manufacturers. This week, the president of the Chicago Federal Reserve Bank, Austan Goolsbee, dropped by Snap-on headquarters in…
OSWEGO COUNTY— Oswego County Workforce New York will host a Work Incentive Seminar Event from 1-2 p.m. on Friday at its center located at 200 N. Second St., Fulton, across from Mimi's Drive-In. This free workshop is designed for individuals receiving Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income to learn about the Ticket to Work program.
After a Grand Island Economic Forum on Thursday, DJ Eihusen said he and other directors of the Fed' s Omaha branch would be touring the Nebraska State Fair grounds. "Inflation's too hot, and it's been over target for too long," said Jeff Schmid, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City. " The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City's Omaha Branch hosted the…
The State Health Plan's Board of Trustees decision to establish a tiered preferred provider network for its more than 750,000 members drew pushback on Friday from Atrium Health, which is not included in the top tier. Meanwhile, a statewide advocacy group claims that Atrium's current absence as a Tier 1 State Health Plan provider could derail its plan to…
When Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell did not lower interest rates as Trump demanded, Trump's DOJ opened criminal investigations into Powell's testimony about a building renovation. In March, a judge blocked subpoenas because "their dominant purpose is to harass and pressure Powell," and "the Government has offered no evidence whatsoever that Powell…
North Carolina prides itself on being among the most military-friendly states in the nation. The state has several large active-duty bases and provides significant support for military and veteran communities. Active-duty military members and their families will find themselves making decisions about insurance, meeting liability requirements and…
An estimated 70 veterans attended the two-day Veterans Claims Clinic in Douglas.Veterans completed disability claims, medical exams and VA healthcare enrollment in one location.Organizers focused on reducing travel barriers for rural veterans.Community organizations offered housing, mental health, caregiver and other support…
The State Health Plan's Board of Trustees decision to establish a tiered preferred provider network for its more than 750,000 members drew pushback on Friday from Atrium Health, which is not included in the top tier. Meanwhile, a statewide advocacy group claims that Atrium's current absence as a Tier 1 State Health Plan provider could derail its plan to…
The new open enrollment period will start on Oct. 23 and end by Dec. 23. Last year, the Centers for Medicare& Medicaid Services finalized a rule that, among other eligibility changes, shortens the open enrollment period by two weeks, ending by Dec. 31. The rule, however, was vacated by a judge in June 2026 following a lawsuit filed by a multistate coalition, which includes…
Iowa health insurance companies are proposing premium increases for Affordable Care Act customers in 2027, affecting thousands of Iowans. The proposal comes after insurers increased premiums for ACA-marketplace customers in 2026 by an average of 15.3% in Iowa. Natasha Murphy, director of health policy at the Center for American Progress, said insurance…
The following information was released by the Iowa Democratic Party:. DES MOINES According to a new report from the Des Moines Register, thousands of Iowans could see their health insurance premiums skyrocket for the "second straight year" after Ashley Hinson voted to let ACA tax credits expire. "At every turn, Ashley Hinson has voted to make healthcare more…
The following information was released by the Iowa Democratic Party:. DES MOINES Today, local Des Moines leaders and Iowans experiencing increased health insurance premiums came together to call out Ashley Hinson for causing health insurance premiums to increase for a second year in a row by voting against extending Affordable Care Act tax credits.
