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Letters To The Editor: Readers’ Thoughts On Critical Access Hospitals, Angry Doctors And A Range Of Other Health Care Topics

In recent weeks, readers have reacted to stories about climbing death rates at critical access hospitals, the readmissions penalties being imposed on some hospitals and Walgreens' move to become the first retail chain to diagnose and treat chronic conditions. Other coverage that drew responses included a story about angry doctors as well as coverage of decisions made both by physicians and consumers that impact the cost of care.

By alley

April 18, 2013

Questions About Colon Screening Coverage Still Vex Consumers

Although the federal government has tried to clarify the preventive care provisions that mandate no out-of-pocket expenses for patients on screening exams, there is still a good bit of confusion.

By Michelle Andrews

April 16, 2013

Is My Retiree Insurance Coverage Subject To The Health Law?

Michelle Andrews answers a reader's question about whether retiree health plans must comply with new rules under the ACA.

By alley

April 12, 2013

Insurers Battle Over Federal Employees’ Health Coverage

For-profit insurers ask Congress to open FEHB to greater competition from regional plans.

By Phil Galewitz

April 11, 2013

HHS Seeking $1.5B In Funding To Run Federal Health Insurance Exchanges

The administration budget request also includes $2 billion in grants to states for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1.

By Mary Agnes Carey

April 11, 2013

Funding To Enroll Uninsured In New Markets Called ‘Drop In Bucket’

Feds announce $54 million to hire 'navigators' in 33 states, but some say that's too little to get job done.

By Phil Galewitz and Jenny Gold

April 9, 2013

Consumer Groups Fear Patients Could Be Hit With Large Out-Of-Pocket Costs

The Obama administration's decision to delay the health law provision setting a maximum payment cap for some plans spurs complaints from several dozen organizations.

By Julie Appleby

April 9, 2013

Same-Sex Spouses Can Face Barriers On Health Care Under Federal Law

Even when states legalize gay marriage, couples may have to pay extra federal taxes on the value of health policies and not get some protections because the federal government is barred from recognizing such unions.

By Michelle Andrews

April 9, 2013

Worries Mount About Enrolling Consumers In Federally Run Insurance Exchanges

Few consumers know what they'll need to do to sign up for the new health insurance marketplaces. Advocates worry about the outreach strategy and funding in states that defaulted to the federal government to run the exchanges.

By Jenny Gold

April 7, 2013

Insurers’ Efforts To Delay Health Law Compliance Could Affect Premiums, Benefits For Millions

By moving up renewal dates on plans sold directly to consumers, insurers could delay meeting law's requirements for up to a year.

By Julie Appleby

April 5, 2013

Despite Fears Of ‘Sticker Shock,’ Young Adults Should Have Reasonable Plan Options On Exchanges

Insurance columnist answers readers' questions about the premium prices for young adults, pre-tax contributions to health savings accounts and choosing between work-provided coverage and buying a plan on their own.

By Michelle Andrews

April 2, 2013

Why Uninsured Might Not Flock To Health Law’s Marketplaces

Florida programs show that convincing people to sign up for even low-cost coverage is no cinch.

By Phil Galewitz

March 31, 2013

Can They Do That? Rules For Pricing Spousal Coverage

Michelle Andrews answers a reader's question about employers who charge a different premium to cover a spouse who has coverage available through his or her own job.

By alley

March 29, 2013

FAQ On The Latest Study: Obamacare’s Impact On Insurance Claim Costs

The Society of Actuaries is predicting that because of the health law, on average, insurers will have to pay 32 percent more for claims by 2017. What does that mean for consumers?

By Jay Hancock

March 28, 2013

Slow Progress On Efforts To Pay Docs, Hospitals For ‘Value,’ Not Volume

Consortium of large employers says that only 10.9 percent of employers' health spending is based on value-based payment.

By Russ Mitchell

March 26, 2013

Temp Agencies See Opportunity In Health Law

Some employers -- worried about the cost of health coverage -- are eyeing staffing agencies to fill jobs. But these arrangements could leave gaps in the health law's expanded coverage.

By Jay Hancock

March 26, 2013

Large Companies Are Increasingly Offering Workers Only High Deductible Health Plans

Firms with 1,000 employees or more once offered a variety of coverage options, but a recent survey found nearly 15 percent today provide simply these plans and a savings account for medical expenses.

By Michelle Andrews

March 26, 2013

Connecticut Races To Reach Uninsured, Open Health Insurance Marketplace

Officials hope to 'make history' by signing up two-thirds of those without coverage after the marketplaces launch nationwide Oct. 1.

By Phil Galewitz

March 25, 2013

Ohio, Arkansas May Provide New Model For Insuring Low-Income Residents

Other states are watching as the federal government appears likely to allow the two states to use federal Medicaid dollars to purchase private coverage on their insurance exchanges.

By Christine Vestal, Stateline

March 22, 2013

From The State Capitals: The ACA At Three

Reporters on the ground in Colorado, Florida and Minnesota discuss the most significant developments to happen in their states since the law's passage and what future challenges they see ahead.

By alley

March 22, 2013

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