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31 Million Americans Underinsured In 2014

Almost one out four American adults, or 31 million people, were underinsured in 2014, a study found. deductibles or out--pocket costs made medical unaffordable for many, and left others burdened by debt.

Data drawn from the Commonwealth Fund Biennial found that half (51%) underinsured adults..

31 Million Americans Underinsured In 2014
IRS Explains Definition of ‘Large Employer’
Regulations

IRS Explains Definition of ‘Large Employer’

The IRS has issued an explanation of how companies can determine if they are an ,”applicable large employer” or ALE, and how that affects their..
Most Consumers Satisfied With Marketplace Plans
Business Intelligence

Most Consumers Satisfied With Marketplace Plans

Most people who purchased their own health insurance plans through an Affordable Care Act marketplace say they are satisfied with their plan's..
Employers Expect Costs to Rise for ACA Compliance
Regulations

Employers Expect Costs to Rise for ACA Compliance

The Affordable Care Act has resulted in higher health care costs for many employers, and a new survey finds that seven out of 10 companies believe..
Rules on Contraception Coverage Tightened
Regulations

Rules on Contraception Coverage Tightened

The Obama administration issued tighter rules on contraception offered by insurance companies, requiring insurers to pay for at least one form of..
Emergency Room Visits Up Despite ACA Reforms
Regulations

Emergency Room Visits Up Despite ACA Reforms

Visits to hospital emergency rooms are going up according to a poll ER physicians, despite the reforms implemented by the Act aimed at reducing the..
Reporting 2015 Coverage of
Regulations

Reporting 2015 Coverage of "MV-lite" Plans

Some employers have used "lite" plans that offer very limited hospital and doctor benefits, yet technically satisfy the "minimum value" calculations..
Appeals Court Bars Challenge to ACA Mandates
Regulations

Appeals Court Bars Challenge to ACA Mandates

The Fifth Circuit Court Appeals rejected a challenge to the and mandates the Act. The court ruled that the taxpayer who filed the lawsuit lacked..
Compliance Checklist for Employers
Regulations

Compliance Checklist for Employers

A reference tool to help understand what is required for them to comply with the Act, and the timeline for compliance, has been prepared by the law..
Montana Expands Medicaid With Bipartisan Support
Regulations

Montana Expands Medicaid With Bipartisan Support

Montana’s Democratic Gov.Steve Bullock signed into law a expansion bill that had been drafted by a Republican member the state legislature.

Under..