Federal and postal workers can expect to see significant increases in their health care premiums next year. According to the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program, which covers over 8 million federal employees, retirees, and their families, premiums are projected to rise by an average of 10.6% in 2023. This marks the fifth consecutive year of double-digit premium increases for federal workers. The FEHB program, which is the largest employer-sponsored health insurance program in the...

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican congresswoman, has gone off-script by speaking out about the looming health insurance premium spike that will affect millions of Americans, including her own adult children. Despite the Republican party's efforts to focus on the government shutdown and blame Democrats, Greene has emphasized the need to address the impending crisis. In a tweet, she expressed her discontent with the party's lack of a plan to help Americans deal with the rising costs, calling...

A significant change in budget at the state and federal levels is expected to impact families financially, particularly in regards to healthcare. Specifically, premiums on marketplace insurance plans are anticipated to rise starting in 2026, as key tax credits expire at the end of 2025. This expiration will lead to higher costs for health coverage, leaving many to wonder how they will afford it. According to Gbenga Ajilore, Chief Economist for the Center on Budget and Policy, the expiration of...

The global health insurance market is expected to experience significant growth, driven by increasing demand for affordable healthcare access, regulatory support for private insurers, and digitalization. The market was valued at $1.58 trillion in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.20% from 2025 to 2034, reaching $2.88 trillion by 2034. Key opportunities in the market include the rising demand for affordable healthcare, growth of the private sector due...

Germany's day hospitals have been gaining attention for their innovative approach to healthcare, combining medical care with home support. These facilities provide patients with the opportunity to receive medical treatment and therapy during the day, while still allowing them to return to the comfort of their own homes at night. The concept of day hospitals originated in the 1980s, with the goal of reducing hospitalization rates and providing more efficient care. Today, there are over 1,000...

The federal government shutdown that began on October 1, 2025, is largely due to disagreements over healthcare issues between Democrats and Republicans. One major point of contention is the extension of subsidies for Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance premiums, which are set to expire at the end of 2025. Democrats are pushing for an extension, as without it, ACA premiums are expected to rise by over 75% in 2026, resulting in an estimated 4.2 million Americans losing insurance. Another key...

The Mountain Health Co-Op, one of two insurers offering individual insurance in Wyoming, has announced its withdrawal from the state's health insurance marketplace. This decision affects approximately 11,000 members, who must now find a new health insurance carrier before next year. The co-op's departure is attributed to high claims costs and significant losses in Wyoming, prompting the company to focus on its operations in Idaho and Montana instead. The withdrawal of Mountain Health Co-Op is...

The government shutdown has sparked a heated debate between Democrats and Republicans over healthcare for immigrants. The White House and Republican lawmakers claim that Democrats want to provide free healthcare to undocumented immigrants, which Democrats deny. The controversy centers around a provision in the Democrats' funding proposal that would reverse changes made by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which restricted Medicaid eligibility for noncitizens. The Act, signed by President Trump,...

Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo, along with leaders from Rhode Island's health care industry, held a joint press conference to express their concerns about looming federal cuts to health care assistance. The cuts, which are set to take effect at the end of the year, would impact thousands of Rhode Islanders who rely on federal tax credits to afford health insurance premiums. The tax credits, which are available to individuals and families based on income, have made health care...

Pluto Health, a healthcare technology company, has announced the expansion of its care model to include Medicare, Medicaid, and major commercial plans. This move aims to increase access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for a wider range of patients. Pluto Health's care model focuses on value-based care, where healthcare providers are incentivized to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care. The company's platform uses advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to identify high-risk...

India's flagship public health insurance program, Ayushman Bharat-Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), is facing significant challenges. The program, launched in 2018, promises to cover hospital expenses up to ₹5 lakh (around $5,725) per family, but it has run into problems over non-payment to private hospitals. In Haryana, 650 private hospitals have suspended services to PM-JAY patients due to ₹490 crore ($59 million) in pending reimbursements, which date back six to nine months. This...

California is facing a potential health insurance meltdown due to a combination of factors, including rising healthcare costs, changes in federal funding, and a surge in enrollments in the state's health insurance marketplace, Covered California. The state's health insurance market is at risk of destabilization, which could lead to higher premiums, reduced coverage options, and decreased access to healthcare for thousands of Californians. One of the primary concerns is the pending expiration...

The healthcare industry has undergone significant transformations in recent years, driven by the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) and the digital revolution. One of the key advancements in healthcare services is the emergence of telemedicine, which enables medical services to be delivered remotely through telecommunications technology, such as mobile phone networks. The integration of AI and telemedicine is poised to revolutionize the healthcare industry in the near future. Telemedicine...

The United States is facing a healthcare crisis as insurance costs are expected to rise sharply at the end of the year. The expiration of Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace subsidies and a $930 billion cut to Medicaid funding by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) will undermine the health coverage of tens of millions of people. The Democrats are pledging to block passage of a spending resolution if Republicans do not make concessions on the ACA enhanced subsidies or restore Medicaid...