David Chen is a public policy correspondent for Wealtoro, focusing on healthcare economics, insurance regulation, and their impact on household finances across the United States.
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Millions of Americans are facing sharp increases in health insurance premiums as COVID-era federal subsidies expire, forcing difficult choices about coverage and budgets.
A new Senate bill proposes giving Americans up to $1,500 in health savings accounts as an alternative to extending expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies.
Louisiana is terminating its $4.2 billion Medicaid contract with UnitedHealthCare, affecting over 330,000 residents, amid an ongoing legal dispute.
Millions of Americans with Obamacare plans are facing sharply higher costs next year, as annual deductibles and monthly premiums continue to rise significantly.
A new Medicare pilot program using AI to approve or deny medical care is facing backlash from doctors who fear it will create barriers to treatment for seniors.
A Government Accountability Office report reveals federal auditors successfully enrolled fictitious individuals in subsidized ACA health plans, highlighting system vulnerabilities.
Montana residents are facing health insurance premium hikes of nearly 270% as enhanced federal subsidies from the pandemic-era are set to expire in 2025.
The Trump administration is set to announce a new plan this week aimed at reducing healthcare costs, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Central Wisconsin families face significant health insurance premium hikes as federal ACA premium tax credits expire, forcing difficult choices and raising concerns for healthcare access.
Millions of Americans will see their Medicare Part B premiums rise by nearly 10% in 2026, with the standard monthly cost increasing to $202.90.
An estimated 165 million Americans with employer-sponsored health insurance are facing premium hikes of up to 7%, a trend that is set to outpace wage growth.
A community health center in Franconia, New Hampshire, has closed due to Medicaid cuts, leaving 1,400 patients, many elderly, without local medical care.
Medica has agreed to acquire UCare's individual and family health plans. State officials assure members that 2025 and 2026 plan coverage and costs will not change.
ProMedica and Medical Mutual have finalized a new multi-year network agreement, ensuring thousands of patients keep in-network access and avoid higher fees.
An estimated 24 million Americans face an average health insurance premium increase of 114% as federal subsidies expire, sparking a major political battle.
Federal authorities are issuing warnings about 'alternative funding programs' that help Americans buy cheaper prescription drugs from overseas, citing major legal and health risks.
Texans on Affordable Care Act plans are facing premium hikes of up to 87% as enhanced federal subsidies expire, forcing difficult choices about healthcare.
Millions of Americans face soaring health insurance costs as enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies are set to expire, potentially doubling their monthly premiums.
Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield has announced a strategic affiliation with Cambia Health Solutions to manage its operations amid rising healthcare costs.
A contract dispute between Fairview Health Services and UnitedHealthcare could leave 125,000 Minnesotans out-of-network with their doctors by January 2025.