Last year was a busy time for health policy. After a change in administration in the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we saw numerous…
HRA : health reimbursement arrangement
If you don’t know already, HRA stands for health reimbursement arrangement. HRAs allow an employer to reimburse for medical expenses and/or insurance premiums on a…
New, lower costs on Marketplace coverage available now
You may be eligible for more savings and lower costs on Marketplace health insurance due to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 — even…
Fixing the ACA’s Medicare Glitch
This article was co-written with Andrew Sprung, who writes about health care reform and health policy at xpostfactoid. Andrew has closely followed all aspects of…
– JC Lewis Insurance
Anthem Blue Shield and Blue Cross is one entity that offers health insurance coverage in many states. Not so in California. Their website notes that…
December Research Roundup: What We’re Reading
This month, we’re ringing in the new year with new health policy research. In our final roundup of 2021 publications, CHIR’s Emma Walsh-Alker reviewed analyses…
See 2022 coverage options now that the Open Enrollment deadline has passed
Subscribe to get email (or text) updates with important deadline reminders, useful tips, and other information about your health insurance. Pick your state Select a…
January 1 through March 31 is Medicare OEP for Advantage Plans
Most people know that the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is October 15 through December 7. The barrage of commercials featuring aged sports icons and actors…
Health Insurance Member Registration & Perks
By now, you should have received your health insurance subscriber ID card. Be sure you register your insurance card online, which allows you to easily…
Navigator Guide FAQs of the Week: Understanding Common Consumer Notices When Applying for Marketplace Coverage
Happy New Year! In most states, consumers have until January 15 to sign up for marketplace coverage for 2022. In this weekly installment of frequently…