Memorial Hermann Health System's decision to close its Medicare Advantage plan at year's end comes as many healthcare providers and insurers struggle with financial and regulatory challenges, experts said. The Memorial Hermann plan has more than 14,000 members as of this month, according to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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Finding the right insurance coverage can sometimes feel overwhelming. With so many policies, coverage options, and insurance companies available, knowing where to begin can be challenging. Working with an independent insurance agency like Brennan& Stuart Insurance Agency in La Salle can make the process easier while helping you find protection that fits…
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.– Today, the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance announced the release of final health insurance rates for Missouri's 2027 individual and small group markets. "We know Missouri families are struggling right now, and with rates increasing again this year, DCI is committed to supporting consumers and providing clear, accessible…
Jane Kim, a populist candidate running for insurance commissioner who wants to cap executive pay in the industry, narrowly led the vote count Tuesday over her Democratic opponent Ben Allen, after a months-long campaign saw the candidates clash on potential ways to reduce homeowners "insurance premiums. The election became a bit of a high-profile contest in…
The cost of employer-based health insurance is expected to increase by 9.5% in 2027, according to Aon, global professional services firm. Plans will cost employers on average $19,000 per employee, the firm predicts. Faced with rising costs of insurance, employers are finding different ways to handle the increases, said Louise Norris, a health insurance expert…
Residents of Springfield, beware of the small claims court. According to the assistant clerk magistrate’ s decision, the defendant testified that I received a total benefit of $81, after paying a membership fee of $89. The magistrate wrote in the decision that no appeal was possible, but noted that I could contact the Better Business Bureau or the Attorney General’…
ReverseReach enables mortgage professionals to identify potential reverse mortgage transactions without specialized reverse mortgage knowledge, creating new opportunities from existing borrower relationships with a combination of technology and an exclusive live help desk staffed by a full-time underwriter.
Berkeley voters have seven local ballot measures to decide by Nov. 3, including two parcel taxes to fund a new public bank and support the arts sector, a sales tax increase to help balance the city's budget deficit, a local infrastructure bond totaling $300 million and a proposal to double the city's first-in-the-nation tax on soda. Berkeley's Measure V would…
Unum Group today reported a net loss of $419.7 million for the third quarter of 2026, compared to net income of $39.7 million for the third quarter of 2025.. Included in net loss for the third quarter of 2026 is a before-tax net investment loss on the Company’ s investment portfolio of $853.0 million, primarily related to impairment losses recognized as a result…
Results for the Quarters and Nine Months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025. The Company generated net income for the quarters ended September 30, 2026 and 2025 of $28.0 million and $33.5 million, respectively, and for the nine months ended September 30, 2026 and 2025 of $70.5 million and $94.9 million, respectively. These results reflected profitable…
First American Financial Corporation, a premier provider of title, settlement and risk solutions for real estate transactions and the leader in the digital transformation of its industry, announced today that Darryl D. Button has been appointed to the company’ s board of directors. A highly accomplished insurance and financial services executive with more…
Horace Mann Educators Corporation, the largest multiline financial services company focused on helping America’ s educators and a core small- to mid-cap growth and value equity in the Financials sector, today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2026:. Diversified business delivered third-quarter net income of $58.5…
Former NC Insurance Department employee sues Mike Causey, claims sexual harassment
Insurance Department employee who told The News& Observer she endured years of sexually suggestive texts and other inappropriate behavior from Commissioner Mike Causey filed a lawsuit Monday against him and the department. April Taylor said in the federal lawsuit that Causey’ s repeated sexual harassment, coupled with his failure to act on her complaints…
New Mexico Superintendent of Insurance Alice Kane in September approved an average rate increase of 24.4% for 2027 individual insurance plans sold on and off BeWell, meaning many consumers will see higher monthly premiums next year. Meanwhile, the state Legislature has stepped in to subsidize coverage for middle income households that used to qualify for…
PEMBROKE, Bermuda—- Premia Holdings Ltd. has completed the acquisition of Ramius Enterprise Luxembourg Holdco S. à r.l. and its subsidiaries, including property and casualty reinsurer Cowen Reinsurance S.A.. Cowen Reinsurance has been renamed Premia Reinsurance Europe S.A.. Premia is a leading provider of risk transfer solutions focused on legacy risks,…
Shares of The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. (NYSE: THG) traded at a new 52-week high today and are currently trading at $247.98. So far today, approximately 9,246 shares have been exchanged, as compared to an average 30-day volume of 278.99k shares. The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. is a U.S.-based insurer offering a wide array of […]
Top 50 independent insurance brokerage, today announced its partnership with The Ormond Agency, an Ormond Beach- based independent agency with a substantial personal insurance practice and extensive experience serving high-net-worth clients. Led by Principal Joe Lennartz, The Ormond Agency has built its business around long-standing client…
Among the most critical surveys is the annual Small Business Credit Survey, which is conducted by the 12 districts in the Federal Reserve system. The Fed is the U.S. central banking system. As many people know, it is the most powerful economic institution in the U.S. with responsibilities that include setting interest rates, regulating financial markets, and…
Grace Bridge Food Bank works to make sure neighbors in Frisco, Celina and rural communities stay fed
All this week, NTX Now has been taking a closer look at increased food insecurity in North Texas. Jeff Finkelstein is the director of development for Grace Bridge Food Bank, and he reached out to say the volunteers at the food bank are seeing that need firsthand as they serve families throughout more rural communities, like Collin, Denton and Grayson counties.
