Tag: Insurance
Study: Medicare Reimburses Female Physicians Less
Krystal Steinmetz on August 16, 2016
It seems no one is immune from the gender pay gap — even doctors. Find out which medical specialties have the widest reimbursement disparity.
Aetna to Exit Most Obamacare Exchanges for 2017
Karla Bowsher on August 16, 2016
Another major health insurance company is drastically scaling back its Obamacare participation, citing unsustainable financial losses.
Do You Know How to Insure Your Smartphone?
Marilyn Lewis on July 27, 2016
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer — but here’s some valuable insight on how to find the right solution for you.
DOJ Acts to Halt Proposed Health Insurer Mega-Mergers
Krystal Steinmetz on July 21, 2016
The Department of Justice sues to stop two deals so large it says they will harm U.S. consumers by leading to increased care costs.
Obamacare Premiums Set to Jump 13.2 Percent in This State
Krystal Steinmetz on July 20, 2016
Getting ready for fall’s open enrollment for healthcare? Brace yourself for higher premiums, especially if you reside in this sunny part of the country.
Home Insurance Deductible Savings Vary by State
Karla Bowsher on July 15, 2016
The amount of money you save by increasing a homeowners insurance deductible depends on the state you call home.
The Most and Least Expensive Cities in the United States to Give Birth
Krystal Steinmetz on July 8, 2016
A new study reveals the vast difference in costs for having a baby depending on your location — and says the numbers point to a serious problem with our health care system.
Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine May Offer No Benefit
Karla Bowsher on June 24, 2016
A CDC panel says the noninjection flu vaccine “should not be used during the 2016-2017 flu season.” Find out why.
Government Takes Aim at Short-Term Health Plans
Chris Kissell on June 9, 2016
The federal government plans to place limits on short-term health plans that have become increasingly popular in the era of health care reform.
8 Smart Ways to Save on Teen Auto Insurance
Nancy Dunham on June 9, 2016
Adding a teen to your policy can boost your rates by thousands of dollars. Here’s how to snare great coverage at a reasonable cost.
Obamacare Insurance Premiums Higher in 45 States
Karla Bowsher on June 1, 2016
If it felt like health insurance premiums continued to climb this year, it’s not your imagination. Find out which states saw spikes of more than 40 percent.
3 Things You Must Do After a Tornado
Chris Kissell on May 16, 2016
A tornado can wreck your home and send your financial life into a tailspin. Here are three steps you must take to prevent such chaos.
New Health Benefit of Red Wine Discovered
Karla Bowsher on May 16, 2016
You can toast to this: A study finds that a glass of vino may contain muscle fatigue-fighting benefits.
Judge Sides With GOP in Obamacare Challenge
Krystal Steinmetz on May 12, 2016
Here’s why a court ruled that a key provision in President Obama’s signature health care law is unconstitutional … and why the battle will continue.
Feds Announce $5,000 Prize for Better Medical Bill
Karla Bowsher on May 10, 2016
Government looking for medical bills that are easier to decipher.
5 Top Reasons You Could Pay More for Health Insurance in 2017
Jim Gold on May 9, 2016
Many factors drive the price of health insurance premiums — some down but, unfortunately, most up.
Text Senders Be Warned: You May Be Blamed for a Driver’s Accident
Bob Sullivan on May 5, 2016
If you love to text, know that the courts may find you responsible if your message interferes with the text recipient’s driving and something goes wrong.
Ask Stacy: Is Life Insurance Necessary?
Stacy Johnson on April 29, 2016
Auto, homeowners and health insurance: necessary. But what about life insurance? Here are seven things everyone should know.
Scientists Break New Ground in Sunscreen Study
Karla Bowsher on April 20, 2016
It has long been known that sunscreen is good for helping you avoid sunburns. Now, new research finds it can help prevent melanoma.
Nation’s Largest Health Insurer to Exit Most Obamacare Exchanges
Krystal Steinmetz on April 19, 2016
Citing the impact on its bottom line, UnitedHealth will leave all but a handful of insurance state insurance marketplaces. Here’s how that move could affect consumers.
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