Federal government to run exchanges in nine of those thirteen states A recent analysis revealed that two-thirds of the uninsured population is located in thirteen states. Of those thirteen states, the federal government will be responsible for running those exchanges.…

Price of drugs have doubled Experts from the Anderson Cancer Center and the National Cancer Institute believe the price of cancer drugs is too high and the costs continue to rise rapidly. Prices of drugs are 50% less for those…

New forms reflect changes that became effective since last revision The DOL has recently updated many of its model FMLA forms to reflect changes to the law since the last revision in early 2009. Employers that have developed their own…

Plans may close to new applicants as soon as Saturday The High Risk Pools that were set up as part of Healthcare Reform may be forced to close to new applicants as soon as this Saturday but no later than…

A recent survey reveals that comparison-shopping almost impossible A recent editorial in the Tampa Bay Times noted a recent survey conducted by Washington University in St. Louis. They found that many hospitals nationwide could not provide an estimate for a…

NH to enter into partnership with federal government In a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary, New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassan seeks to retain state control on plan management and consumer assistance. New Hampshire law requires the federal government…

Directed to members affected by winter storm NEMO Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Connecticut, Maine and New Hampshire have revised medical and pharmacy guidelines to assist members directly affected by the winter storm NEMO. Please read this Anthem…

President willing to cut Medicare in Fiscal Cliff Deal Targeting states that are undecided in expanding their Medicaid programs, HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius said the White House promises to fund these expansions. States are worried that federal budget concerns could…

Uncertain if religious leaders will accept the compromise HHS has issued a compromise in an attempt to create a barrier between religious organizations and contraception coverage. The compromise allows female employees to get free birth control coverage through a separate…

Some families will not be eligible for tax credits Wednesday, the IRS issued regulations regarding eligibility for tax subsidies to purchase private insurance on their own. Citing the way the affordability legislation was written by Congress, their hands were tied.…

Circuit courts offering disagreements A growing number of lawsuits are being filed over the Affordable Care Act contraceptive mandate. The debate over the right to religious freedom is a high stake clash. Conflicting rulings in appeals courts around the county…

Could translate to inadequate care Similar to HMO's, Limited Network Plans will play a major role in the exchanges created as a result of the Affordable Care Act. In an attempt to contain costs, limited networks could translate into inadequate…