Medicare Proposes 2.4% ASC Payment Increase for 2027, but Major Reimbursement Changes Go Further
CMS has proposed a 2.4% increase in Medicare payment rates for ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) in 2027, based on a 3.2% hospital market basket update minus a 0.8 percentage-point productivity
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Sentara-Anthem Fight Puts 380,000 Virginia Health Plan Members on Alert
A reimbursement battle between Sentara Health and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia could affect healthcare access for nearly 380,000 Virginians next year if the two sides fail to reach a
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Up to 1,100 Legal Immigrants in Connecticut Could Lose Medicare in 2027
Up to 1,100 Legal Immigrants in Connecticut Could Lose Medicare in 2027 A federal eligibility change could leave roughly 1,000 to 1,100 lawfully present immigrants without Medicare, putting
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Arizona ACA Health Insurance Rate Increase 2027: 25% Average Request
Public actuarial filings unsealed by the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI) reveal that health insurers operating on the state’s Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace
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CVS Health Raises 2026 Profit Forecast After Strong Q2 Results and Aetna Recovery
CVS Raises 2026 Profit Forecast After Strong Q2 as Aetna Insurance Recovery Gains Momentum CVS Health has raised its financial outlook for 2026 after delivering a stronger-than-expected second
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CMS Autism ABA Toolkit Explained: How States Can Fight Medicaid Fraud and Protect Children
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced a new toolkit designed to help states improve oversight of autism therapy services funded through Medicaid and the
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Missouri Releases 2027 ACA Rate Filings as Some Health Insurance Premium Hikes Approach 32%
Missouri residents shopping for health insurance next year are getting an early look at what 2027 coverage could cost. The state has released preliminary Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance
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How to Lower Your Insurance Premium: 9 Smart Ways to Save Money
You can lower your insurance premium by increasing your deductible, comparing quotes every year, bundling multiple policies, maintaining a low-risk profile, using available discounts, and buying only
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Insurance Claim Status: How to Check, Track & Understand Every Claim Update
An insurance claim status shows the current stage of your claim, from submission to final settlement. You can usually check it through your insurer’s website, mobile app, customer support, or
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Insurance Claim Investigation: Process, Timeline & What to Expect
An insurance claim investigation is the process insurers use to review claim details, verify information, and determine whether a claim meets policy requirements before approval. What Is an Insurance
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