#health-insurance

#health-insurance

Healthcare spending in the US reached $5.1 trillion in 2024, accounting for 18.2% of GDP, and is projected to rise to $7.2 trillion by 2031.

Berkshire Hathaway revealed a new 5 million-share stake in UnitedHealth Group valued at $1.6 billion, causing a 10% increase in UNH's premarket stock price.

The Congressional Budget Office predicts that the megabill Trump signed on July 4 would increase the federal deficit by $3.4 trillion and cause ten million people to lose health insurance.

Germany's work-life balance is bolstered by generous statutory leave days. Full-time workers are entitled to a minimum of 20 paid vacation days annually, with many receiving 25 or 30.

Congress is about to impose massive harm on tens of millions of Americans—taking away their health insurance, reducing welfare benefits, raising energy costs—to benefit a handful of wealthy individuals.

The Senate Republicans' tax bill could slash $1.1 trillion from health provisions by 2034, leading to an estimated 11.8 million people losing their health insurance.

Republicans aim to cut taxes and address federal debt but face a dilemma over popular Medicaid cuts; their solution is to impose work requirements.

The health care system remains fragmented and burdened by outdated manual processes, resulting in frustration for patients and providers alike, according to AHIP CEO Mike Tuffin.

Private insurance costs don't scale with income in the same way as public insurance, allowing high earners to find it cost-effective to choose private insurance.

The Supreme Court directed a New York court to reconsider the exemption status of certain religious organizations under a state regulation on abortion coverage.

For foreign residents in Germany, there are obligations that mirror those of German citizens, while others are specific to foreigners, particularly regarding taxes and health insurance.

Insurers blamed an increase in medical claims, higher costs of medicines, and a big increase in procedures for the rise in premium costs.

Six weeks before the murder, suspect Luigi Mangione expressed his desire to assassinate UnitedHealthcare's CEO, alleging greed in the health insurance industry.

Dr. Suzanne Fournier expresses deep concern over the deteriorating state of oral health care leading to severe health risks, especially for children without adequate dental coverage.

The reality is that this bill does cut Medicaid and would result in some Americans, undoubtedly including some Trump supporters, losing health insurance.

The increased payroll taxes are one element of President William Ruto's desperate bid to raise revenue to keep the government running and pay off Kenya's staggering foreign debt.