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Flu Shots to be Distributed Earlier This Year

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August 26th, 2010
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If you’re looking to avoid the flu bug this year, you’ll be happy to know that flu shots will likely be distributed early this year. This is also great news for those without health insurance who need time to make arrangements for free shots.

Today’s News: More Medicaid Patients Using ER, NFIP in the Red and Teen Drivers Vulnerable to Deadly Crashes

Posted in Auto Insurance , Health Insurance , Home Insurance , Medicaid

August 25th, 2010
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A new report has found that more Medicaid patients are using the ER, the National Flood Insurance Program has run into problems that have put it in the red and the NHTSA has revealed that teen drivers are more vulnerable to deadly crashes.

More Medicaid Patients Using ER

Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco, say that an increasing number Americans, especially adults on Medicaid, are using the emergency room as their “safety net” for health care; the reason being that they must treat all patients regardless of health insurance coverage or ability to pay.

How the Unemployment Extension Affects Health Insurance

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August 24th, 2010
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Poll Shows Healthcare Reform Confuses Americans

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August 23rd, 2010
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A new poll released by Thomson Reuters revealed that not only do Americans have less confidence in their ability to pay for their healthcare, they are also confused about how healthcare reform can actually help them. According to the poll, Americans’ confidence in their ability to pay for and access healthcare has dropped 5 percent, partially due to this confusion.

Today’s News: Medicare Funds to Exhaust in 2029, Higher Mortgage Insurance Fees Approved and Auto Insurance Customer Satisfaction Declines

Posted in Auto Insurance , Health Insurance , Home Insurance , Medicare

August 23rd, 2010
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A new government estimate shows that Medicare will run out of funds by 2029, 12 years later than originally expected. In other insurance news, higher mortgage insurance fees have been approved by Senate and a report from JD Power and Associates shows that auto insurance customer satisfaction has declined.

NY Gov. Signs Ian’s Law to Limit Health Insurers’ Ability to Drop Patients

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August 20th, 2010
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New York Governor, David Paterson, recently signed a new law that will improve health insurance protections for patients. According to the signed legislation, also known as “Ian’s Law,” health insurance companies will not be able to suddenly drop a patient or cut their benefits without following specific guidelines.

Today’s News: AIG Reports $2.66 Billion Loss, Missouri Refuses Health Care Reform Law and Questionable Auto Insurance Claims Increase

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August 20th, 2010
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AIG reported a $2.66 billion loss in the second quarter, Missouri voters shot down one aspect of the federal health care reform law and a new report has found that questionable auto insurance claims have increased.

AIG Reports $2.66 Billion Loss

Life insurer AIG has reported a second quarter net loss of $2.66 billion, which is a considerable drop from its $1.82 billion loss posted in the first quarter. However, the loss is not from a drop in earnings. It’s instead a result of the loss after selling some of its life insurance divisions to help repay the government bailouts it received in 2008 and 2009.

How To Insure Your Kid’s Health For Less

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August 19th, 2010
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Health Insurance Funds Granted to 45 States to Protect Premium Increases

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August 18th, 2010
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To get a handle on insurance company abuses, the government has issued grants that will hold these companies accountable for any unjustified premium increases. These grants have been issued to most states so far, and as hoped by Congress, will help protect consumers and give them fair treatment when acquiring health insurance.

Today’s News: States Push for $16 Billion for Medicaid, Mortgage Insurance Claims Down and You May Own One of the Most Stolen Cars

Posted in Auto Insurance , Health Insurance , Home Insurance , Home Insurance Claims , Medicaid

August 18th, 2010
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State officials are looking to pass a measure that would offer much needed money for Medicaid, mortgage insurance claims have dropped and according to a new list, you may own one of the most stolen cars in the United States.

States Push for $16 Billion for Medicaid

Democrats in Senate are trying to push through a bill that would offer states $27 billion in needed funds, $16 billion of which would be used for Medicaid needs. With health insurance still unavailable to a large number of Americans, the need for Medicaid is still prevalent.