New proposal could help Californians in high-risk fire areas get their insurance back
The new proposal in California aims to help homeowners in fire-prone areas by allowing insurers to use new catastrophe modeling to write more policies.
5 Things Nearly Everyone Gets Wrong About Their Home Insurance Policy
Homeowners often misunderstand their insurance policies, thinking all disasters are covered, which can lead to devastating financial consequences after events like Hurricane Helene.
Essential Insurance for New Build Loft Conversions: A Guide by Loft Conversion Specialists
Loft conversions require specific insurance considerations to avoid financial vulnerabilities during construction and afterward.
New proposal could help Californians in high-risk fire areas get their insurance back
The new proposal in California aims to help homeowners in fire-prone areas by allowing insurers to use new catastrophe modeling to write more policies.
5 Things Nearly Everyone Gets Wrong About Their Home Insurance Policy
Homeowners often misunderstand their insurance policies, thinking all disasters are covered, which can lead to devastating financial consequences after events like Hurricane Helene.
Essential Insurance for New Build Loft Conversions: A Guide by Loft Conversion Specialists
Loft conversions require specific insurance considerations to avoid financial vulnerabilities during construction and afterward.
It's shameful and I won't pay it': flood-hit Italians rage against insurance call
The church bells in Traversara played a crucial role in evacuating residents before devastating floods, highlighting the need for improved disaster preparedness in Italy.
Hurricane Helene has exposed $96B in RMBS loans to delinquency
Hurricane Helene may cause 5% of mortgage borrowers to become delinquent, but most are expected to recover within a year.
It's shameful and I won't pay it': flood-hit Italians rage against insurance call
The church bells in Traversara played a crucial role in evacuating residents before devastating floods, highlighting the need for improved disaster preparedness in Italy.
Hurricane Helene has exposed $96B in RMBS loans to delinquency
Hurricane Helene may cause 5% of mortgage borrowers to become delinquent, but most are expected to recover within a year.
In States That Won't Pay for Obesity Drugs, They May as Well Have Never Been Created'
Patients struggle to afford GLP-1 weight-loss drugs due to high costs and lack of insurance coverage, exacerbating healthcare disparities in low-income areas.
Cures for rare diseases now exist. Employers don't want to pay
The rise of multimillion-dollar gene therapies is pushing employers to drop coverage, leaving families in desperate situations.
In States That Won't Pay for Obesity Drugs, They May as Well Have Never Been Created'
Patients struggle to afford GLP-1 weight-loss drugs due to high costs and lack of insurance coverage, exacerbating healthcare disparities in low-income areas.
Cures for rare diseases now exist. Employers don't want to pay
The rise of multimillion-dollar gene therapies is pushing employers to drop coverage, leaving families in desperate situations.
Biden-Harris administration wants to make therapy more accessible to Americans
Access to mental health treatment needs improvement; current systems leave many without necessary care, especially young people and the insured.
How to claim on your travel insurance and win
Travel insurance can help recover costs from travel chaos, but coverage varies significantly by policy.
Residents of This State Receive the Best Health Care in America
The American healthcare system is expensive and inequitable, prevailing in poor outcomes despite high costs.
States like Utah and Maine illustrate the varied healthcare quality and access across the nation.
Years after lawsuit, Kaiser will pay for new wheelchair for California woman
The class-action suit against Kaiser resulted in a settlement for better wheelchair coverage, highlighting the need for adequate insurance for individuals with disabilities.
What to know about pain relief for IUD insertion, after CDC updates recommendations
Doctors urged to offer women more options for pain relief during IUD insertion.
Expressable brings speech therapy into the home | TechCrunch
Caregiver-led therapy can be effective, but traditional care settings often have limitations. Tech-forward models like Expressable improve access and outcomes.
Dietitian startup Fay has been booming from Ozempic patients and emerges from stealth with $25M from General Catalyst, Forerunner | TechCrunch
Fay is a startup that empowers registered dieticians to start their practices covered by insurance, benefiting both the dieticians and insurance companies.
U.S. health care is increasingly like a casino
Having insurance is just the starting point for quality health care; factors like provider shortages and socioeconomic status can impact access and experience.
Weight-Loss Drugs Help Sleep Apnea Symptoms
Zepbound, Eli Lilly's weight-loss drug, showed promising results in reducing breathing problems in patients with obstructive sleep apnea, potentially increasing insurance coverage.
Medicare Will Start Paying for Wegovy
Medicare may cover weight-loss drug Wegovy for select members with heart disease history
Wegovy assists in weight loss and reduces cardiovascular risk by around 20%
There's a new prescription pill for postpartum depression. How will coverage work?
Struggle for postpartum depression care led to policy changes at Kaiser Permanente
Uncertainty in insurance coverage for new postpartum depression treatment zuranolone
Canadian mortgage lender rolls back activities in flood-prone zones
Insurance coverage limitations and changes in Canada raise concerns for the U.S.
Impact of insurance changes on home values and mortgage origination.
Her air-ambulance ride wasn't covered by Medicare. It will cost her family $81,739
High cost of air-ambulance rides can leave families with substantial bills, even for those with insurance.
Patients with private insurance coverage are protected by the 2020 No Surprises Act, limiting the amount billed by air-ambulance providers.
Antidepressant prescribing for youths surged during COVID
Rise in antidepressant dispensing for females 12-17 and 18-25
Possible neglect of mental health care for young males during the pandemic.
Manulife will cover specialty drugs filled at any pharmacy following backlash to Loblaw deal | CBC News
Manulife will now cover specialty drugs filled at any pharmacy, not just at Loblaw-owned pharmacies.
The decision to expand coverage was made quickly in response to customer feedback.
The colonoscopies were free but the 'surgical trays' came with $600 price tags
Many patients expect routine colonoscopies to be fully covered by insurance as preventive care, but they can still receive unexpected bills.
Patients should carefully review their insurance coverage and ask questions about potential costs before undergoing any medical procedure.
What to know as weight-loss drugs get popular in the U.S.
Obesity drugs like Ozempic are in high demand in the US, with the market predicted to exceed $150 billion a year within a decade.
The boom in demand for these drugs raises concerns about long-term health effects and increased healthcare spending.
This $2 billion unicorn startup is corporate America's secret weapon against Ozempic
As more people seek coverage for GLP-1 medications, employers are halting coverage due to rising costs.
Virta offers a cheaper alternative to GLP-1s through its virtual platform and nutritional therapy to reverse type 2 diabetes and obesity.
Thinking of buying Wegovy online. Here's what to know about compounding pharmacies
Compounded weight-loss drugs can offer a more affordable option compared to brand-name medications like Wegovy, potentially benefiting those struggling with insurance coverage and high costs.
A bottomless pit': How out-of-pocket TMJ costs drive patients into debt
TMJ disorders can cause severe pain and disability, yet treatments are often not covered by insurance, leading to financial burden for patients.
'A bottomless pit': How out-of-pocket TMJ costs drive patients into debt
TMJ disorders can cause severe pain and disability, affecting millions of Americans. Treatment options are often costly and not covered by insurance, leading to financial strain for patients.
A bottomless pit': How out-of-pocket TMJ costs drive patients into debt
TMJ disorders can cause severe pain and disability, yet treatments are often not covered by insurance, leading to financial burden for patients.
'A bottomless pit': How out-of-pocket TMJ costs drive patients into debt
TMJ disorders can cause severe pain and disability, affecting millions of Americans. Treatment options are often costly and not covered by insurance, leading to financial strain for patients.