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May
18

Sarah Kliff on PPACA and Private Insurers - National Review Online (blog)

2012-05-18
Live Insurance NewsSarah Kliff on PPACA and Private InsurersNational Review Online (blog)Roughly $293 billion in insurance premiums will be paid directly by individuals, many of whom have presumably chosen not to purchase private insurance under the pre-Obamacare status quo. One can imagine that at least some of these individuals would ...Should Obama's Health Care Be Opposed?: An ExchangeThe New York Review of BooksMore states work to implement health care lawMarketWatch (press release)I'm lucky to have cardiac rehabChillicothe GazetteBusinessWeek -Huffington Post (blog)all 216 news articles »
May
19

Insurers pulling back on hurricane discount - Sarasota Herald-Tribune

2012-05-19
First Coast NewsInsurers pulling back on hurricane discountSarasota Herald-TribuneWithout applying to state regulators for rate increases, state-run Citizens and many private insurers are substantially increasing premiums for tens of thousands of Florida homeowners through a controversial home reinspection effort that is roiling the ...All pain, no gain for Citizens insurance customersSun-SentinelFasano lambasts insurers during forumTbo.comFlorida's Citizens Defends Plan to Consider Higher Rates on New BusinessInsurance JournalInsurance News Net (press release) -Capitol News Service -Florida Todayall 130 news articles »
May
16

Miami has highest healthcare costs in country for private insurance - MiamiHerald.com

2012-05-16
American News ReportMiami has highest healthcare costs in country for private insuranceMiamiHerald.comPrivate health insurance for a family of four costs more here than in New York and Chicago, according to a new study. By John Dorschner The Miami area continues to have the highest healthcare costs in the country, according to the latest edition of the ...Miami: Tops for highest healthcare costs in country for private insuranceSun-Sentinelall 21 news articles »
May
18

Neither Public Nor Private: A Health-Care System Muddling Through - The Atlantic

2012-05-18
The AtlanticNeither Public Nor Private: A Health-Care System Muddling ThroughThe AtlanticAbout thirty percent of Americans are publicly insured--primarily through Medicare and Medicaid--but public programs are often administered by private insurers. Sixteen percent of Americans are uninsured, but most of the rest are insured through ...and more »
May
19

It's the little extras that matter in health insurance - Stock and Land

2012-05-19
It's the little extras that matter in health insuranceStock and LandA survey of the reasons why people take out private health insurance reveals they are more interested in massages, gym memberships and plastic surgery. A Galaxy Research survey of more than 1000 Australians found people were more likely to choose ...TAKE CARE TO GET A LEAN BILL OF HEALTHExpress.co.ukall 51 news articles »
May
19

What Should Congress Do after the Supreme Court Decision on Obamacare? - Forbes

2012-05-19
Plain DealerWhat Should Congress Do after the Supreme Court Decision on Obamacare?ForbesThis could very well happen, because it's Title I that encompasses most of the law's changes to the private insurance market; Justice Kennedy may conclude that the rest of the law is still workable without Title I. Striking down Title I would repeal ...Supreme Court decision on federal health care law could fire up young votersPlain Dealerall 12 news articles »
May
19

Obamacare is a plus for women's health care - Macon Telegraph (blog)

2012-05-19
Obamacare is a plus for women's health careMacon Telegraph (blog)Thanks to the Affordable Care Act I'm now fully covered -- and my private insurance company can't drop me if I get sick. The new law created a national pool for individuals with pre-existing conditions, so after a six month waiting period I was able to ...and more »
May
19

Federal flood insurance compared to President Barack Obama's health care overhaul - NOLA.com

2012-05-19
Live Insurance NewsFederal flood insurance compared to President Barack Obama's health care overhaulNOLA.comBut apparently we have no problem with the federal government running a National Flood Insurance Program." The flood insurance program was created in 1968 because many homeowners couldn't find affordable flood insurance in the private markets.House of Representatives votes on 30-day flood insurance program extensionLive Insurance NewsFlood Insurance Made Available to Residents and Property Owners of Denton ...LoanSafeHouse extends insurance programThe AdvocateInsurance News Net (press release) -The Hill (blog) -Lexington Dispatchall 79 news articles »
May
11

Children Without Private Insurance Get Fewer Tests in ED - Medscape

2012-05-11
Kaiser Health NewsChildren Without Private Insurance Get Fewer Tests in EDMedscapeMay 11, 2012 — Children with public health insurance or no insurance undergo less diagnostic testing and intervention when visiting the emergency department (ED) compared with children with private healthcare insurance, according to a new, ...Study: Privately Insured Kids Get More Care In EDKaiser Health NewsLess Testing in ER for Children With Non-Private InsuranceDoctors LoungeStudy: Children With Private Insurance More Likely To Receive Treatment In ERsThinkProgressWashington Post (blog) -EurekAlert (press release)all 13 news articles »
May
19

Medicare quality ratings for private plans questioned by critics - Washington Post

2012-05-19
Medicare quality ratings for private plans questioned by criticsWashington PostAs the federal government pumps billions of bonus dollars into private Medicare health plans to encourage better care, the quality rating system used to award the bonuses is coming under increasing fire. Critics, including the Government Accountability ...
May
19

It's the little extras that matter in health insurance

2012-05-19
FORGET hospital and ambulance cover. A survey of the reasons why people take out private health insurance reveals they are more interested in massages, gym memberships and plastic surgery.
May
16

Miami has highest healthcare costs in country for private insurance

2012-05-16
Private health insurance for a family of four costs more here than in New York and Chicago, according to a new study.
May
18

The Health Insurance Group Completes its Company Private Medical Insurance Range with the Launch of JustHealth and ...

2012-05-18
One of the UK’s largest health insurance brokers ‘The Health Insurance Group’ has managed to secure some specially rated policies for their prospective and existing clients with leading insurers. (PRWeb May 18, 2012) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/5/prweb9513858.htm
May
11

Children with private, public and no insurance may receive differing levels of treatment in ED

2012-05-11
In 2009, children with public insurance were three times more likely and children with no insurance were eleven time more likely not to have a primary care physician, compared with children with private insurance. Without a primary care physician, the Emergency Department (ED) often becomes the primary point of contact for treatments and diagnoses. A new study scheduled for publication in The ...
May
16

Tulane University's Hurricane Katrina allocation from FEMA targeted for reduction

2012-05-16
Federal inspector general says amount should reflect $24.5 million in private insurance payments
May
19

Daytona chiropractor accused of illegally prescribing drugs

2012-05-19
A Daytona Beach chiropractor was arrested this week on charges of illegally prescribing drugs to patients.
May
19

Obamacare is a plus for women’s health care

2012-05-19
What a difference a year makes.
May
18

CORRECTED-ING Asia life insurance sale shifts into top gear

2012-05-18
(Corrects paragraph 11 to clarify CEO comments on proceeds from Asian sales) By Denny Thomas HONG KONG (Reuters) - Global insurers Manulife Financial Corp, Metlife and Prudential Financial Corp are among ...
May
18

Daytona Beach chiropractor accused of illegally prescribing drugs

2012-05-18
A Daytona Beach chiropractor was arrested this week on charges of illegally prescribing drugs to patients.
May
17

Citizens Rates Could Skyrocket

2012-05-17
On the eve of hurricane season, Citizens Insurance, the state run insurer of last resort, is considering dramatic rate increases to try and make private insurance companies more attractive and lessen the risk for taxpayers.
May
20

Medical Insurance | Frequently Asked Questions private medical insurance http://t.co/RYpxsTpY #DentalInsurance

2012-05-20
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May
20

PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE: Pre pay your premium now for a couple of years before the rebate changes hit you.

2012-05-20
PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE: Pre pay your premium now for a couple of years before the rebate changes hit you.
May
20

Private Health Insurance | Making The Most Of Private Medical Insurance http://t.co/6YFZHnQy

2012-05-20
Private Health Insurance | Making The Most Of Private Medical Insurance http://t.co/6YFZHnQy
May
20

Private Health Insurance | Making The Most Of Private Medical Insurance http://t.co/YQB3Q3Rv

2012-05-20
Private Health Insurance | Making The Most Of Private Medical Insurance http://t.co/YQB3Q3Rv
May
20

Private Health Insurance | Making The Most Of Private Medical Insurance http://t.co/Lm8WcKj8

2012-05-20
Private Health Insurance | Making The Most Of Private Medical Insurance http://t.co/Lm8WcKj8
May
20

Whether it be private insurance or it be #Medicare .. doctors have been known to milk as much money as they can from the insurance payout.

2012-05-20
Whether it be private insurance or it be #Medicare .. doctors have been known to milk as much money as they can from the insurance payout.
May
20

PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE - Sign-Up For FREE HEALTH AND FITNESS Tips And Advice >>> http://t.co/PbXKgvMo #health #fitness

2012-05-20
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May
19

Health Partners,Health Partners: Finding the Right Health Insurance Quotes for Private Health Insurance http://t.co/oyS91m5Q

2012-05-19
Health Partners,Health Partners: Finding the Right Health Insurance Quotes for Private Health Insurance http://t.co/oyS91m5Q
May
19

Access to Care, Access to Justice: The Legal Debate Over Private Health Insurance in Canada: Historically, the S... http://t.co/BtIgEKPI

2012-05-19
Access to Care, Access to Justice: The Legal Debate Over Private Health Insurance in Canada: Historically, the S... http://t.co/BtIgEKPI
May
19

Kenya Health #Insurance Personal Private And Corporate Options: Like all modern countries, a basic health care... http://t.co/tePwOCLR

2012-05-19
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May
19

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2012-05-19
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May
19

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2012-05-19
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May
19

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2012-05-19
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May
19

Blog: Student loans and student loan consolidation Private Federal http://t.co/vp7R0Po7 #insurance #carlover

2012-05-19
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May
19

Blog: Financing College – Private Student Loans, Federal Student http://t.co/9Sph4G4z #insurance #carlover

2012-05-19
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