Will American Rescue Plan impact health care affordability?
Health care costs have been front of mind for millions of Americans in recent years, and the economic issues surrounding the novel coronavirus pandemic have likely compounded these concerns for millions.
Health insurers to pay out billions in rebates
Among the ins and outs insurers must comply with under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is paying out rebates to policyholders when they do not meet preset medical loss ratio thresholds.
COVID vaccines proving largely effective
The national rollout of the COVID-19 vaccines in the U.S. continues apace and at this point, hundreds of millions of people have received at least one dose.
Will consumers turn down COVID vaccine over cost concerns?
After a shaky start, the national rollout of the three novel coronavirus vaccines approved for public use in the U.S. is starting to pick up some serious steam.
Health care cost issues still linger as pandemic slows
The U.S. isn’t particularly close to being out of the woods when it comes to getting the novel coronavirus pandemic under control, but the nation is certainly getting there.
How are people feeling about COVID-19 and health care?
The novel coronavirus pandemic forced some unfortunate realities on people who lost their jobs, suffered adverse health issues or were just rocked by their way of life turning completely on its head.
Millions have lost health insurance during COVID-19 pandemic
The economic fallout from the novel coronavirus pandemic is still unfolding in the U.S. and around the world, and one of the biggest points of concern for millions of people has been job loss.
Consumers still need more health care education, engagement
Over the past several years, experts have continually raised alarms about the rising cost of health care and coverage.
Many hurdles remain for prescription drug access
The average American now relies on multiple prescription drugs in their daily life, and that’s an issue that seems to only be growing more prevalent as time goes on.
COVID-19 has insurers shifting strategies
It’s certainly no secret that health insurers have been looking for clarity and certainty amid the novel coronavirus pandemic.