Sen. Ron Wyden introduced legislation to curb the growing issue of consumers being enrolled in ACA plans or having their coverage switched without consent.
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The Affordable Care Act has had a tumultuous history, filled with ups and downs, political intrigue and posturing and a slew of regulatory changes implemented by successive Administrations. Looking at it from a bird's-eye view the law has gotten comparatively close to its main goal of near-universal coverage. At 7.7% the uninsured rate is at an historic low, even without an insurance mandate in place (this was removed in 2017 as part of the tax cut bill). Today, the Biden Administration is celebrating a milestone of 50 million people covered under the law. https://lnkd.in/eseqKZ8R
Affordable Care Act Reaches Milestone Of 50 Million Covered Under The Law
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BREAKING NEWS: Group health plan sponsors were dealt a significant blow as the Supreme Court has decided not to hear the appeal concerning the controversial antitrust settlement involving the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association and its thirty-six member companies. This decision leaves in place a lower court ruling that many view as setback to competitive practices within the healthcare insurance sector. Again, this isn't just an issue for past BCBS customers, but a setback for all group health plan sponsors that continue to suffer from the impacts of anticompetitive behavior across the industry. The case originally stemmed from allegations that the Blue Cross Blue Shield entities engaged in several anticompetitive practices, which were argued to violate the Sherman Act. These practices included agreements that limited competition among the member companies and set restrictive conditions on the ways they could compete against each other, potentially leading to higher prices and less choice for consumers. Central to the petitioners' challenge was the settlement’s demand for class members to waive their rights to pursue future claims regarding antitrust violations. The petitioners, including Home Depot and other self-funded health plans that were not able to opt out of the class, argued that such prospective waivers are against public policy and undermine the enforcement of antitrust laws by preventing the discovery and deterrence of anticompetitive conduct. Moreover, they highlighted that this issue has created a split among various circuit courts, thereby necessitating a Supreme Court review to establish a uniform standard. The settlement approved by the lower courts not only allowed for the continuation of some of the alleged anticompetitive practices but also mandated a waiver of rights to seek injunctive relief against future antitrust violations. This mandatory, no-opt-out aspect of the injunctive-relief class is particularly troubling, as it compelled all class members to forgo their rights to challenge ongoing or future anticompetitive behaviors legally. The Supreme Court's refusal to review the case is highly disappointing, especially at a time when the entire industry is consolidating at break neck speed to the detriment of employers, consumers, and patients. For all the talk about increased antitrust enforcement, we aren't seeing much success in the courts. The fight to maintain competitive markets is crucial, not just for the health insurance industry but for the broader economy and public welfare. Even though we were dealt a major blow in this ruling, we must not give up. Really, we have no choice. Jon CoreyJulie SelesnickDarren FogartyRanda DeatonElizabeth MitchellPatient Rights AdvocateMarilyn BartlettMarni Jameson CareyDave Chase, Health Rosetta-discovering archaeologistPaul HolmesKaren HandorfLee LewisNational Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser CoalitionsShawn GremmingerCora OpsahlJohn Powers
Supreme Court rejects challenge to $2.67B Blue Cross settlement
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If you have an “Advantage” plan, you have Medicare coverage, right? Not necessarily. This article not only highlights the scams that many of our seniors fall for but also makes an unwritten point: Trust only professionals in the field of elder care law when it comes to planning for your future. #RothkoffLawGroup #RothkoffLaw #ElderLaw
Advantage plans for seniors come under fire
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Upcoming legislative and regulatory changes in fixed indemnity insurance are set to impact the industry. Learn about the implications for your business, including crucial aspects like consumer privacy and taxation of benefits. Check out our blog for an overview: https://shorturl.at/aoTV0 #InsuranceUpdates #ConsumerDisclosure #TaxationChanges
An Overview: Federal Tri-Agency Proposed Fixed Indemnity Regulations
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It sounds like Senator Klobucher would like to spread the cost of seeing out of network providers to all insureds. If the carriers are required to increase their payments to out of network (OON) providers for those that use them, they will undoubtedly increase premiums for everyone. OON deductibles will be reached sooner and more frequently. Additionally, if the OON reimbursements are increased, there will be less incentive to stay in network, thus creating a vicious cycle.
Senator asks for investigation on use of algorithms in healthcare pricing
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Check out our latest #blog by Patrick Czuprynski, Understanding Medicare’s Three-Year Dates of Service Limitation, for an analysis of the the three-year dates of service statute and its potential impact on #ConditionalPayments. https://lnkd.in/gGyWa6HA #MSPcompliance #MedicareCompliance #MedicareSecondaryPayer
Understanding Medicare’s Three-Year Dates of Service Limitation
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Q. Can a retiree use HSA funds to pay insurance premiums before becoming eligible for Medicare? A. Usually, you cannot use HSA funds to pay insurance premiums, but a retired employee can use an HSA to cover COBRA premiums, Medicare premiums, or other insurance if they are receiving unemployment benefits. #questionoftheday #complianceexperts #benefitsconsultant #hrcompliance #ssgmi #strategicservicesgroup #ssginsights Answers to the Question of the Week are provided by Kutak Rock. Kutak Rock provides general compliance guidance through the United Benefit Advisors® (UBA) Compliance Help Desk, which does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Please consult your legal advisor for specific legal advice.
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On April 26, 2024, OCR issued its latest final rule implementing Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, which expands the scope of prior regulations. The final rule becomes effective on July 5th, but the applicability dates of certain provisions vary. This table serves as a guide for those dates so you can plan accordingly. As always, if you have any questions, please contact your EHD Benefits Team. #askanexpert #employeebenefits #compliance
Section 1557 Final Rule: Applicability Timeline - EHD Insurance
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It’s compulsory for all employers in NSW, unless they’re considered an “exempt employer”, to have worker's compensation insurance. If the business doesn’t hold a policy, it may be fined or penalized up to $55,000.00 and/or up to six months imprisonment. So, what happens if your employer is not “exempt” from holding worker's compensation insurance and you are injured at work? https://bit.ly/4bXdzcx #workerscompensationclaimnsw #uninsuredemployer #workplaceinjury
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The Affordable Care Act, now 14 years old, is enabling older adults ages 50 to 64 across racial and ethnic groups to make significant gains in accessing health insurance coverage. In a new AARP Policy Now video, the Public Policy Institute’s Jane Sung explains how the uninsured rate among older adults has been cut nearly in half, and discusses the role of enhanced tax credits in expanding access to coverage. #ACA #HealthCare #HealthInsurance #OlderAdults https://lnkd.in/eXtJ9iTT
More People are Insured Thanks to the ACA
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