by Eriksen Insurance | Oct 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
(Why this matters for patients, providers & payers) Introduction In the evolving landscape of healthcare delivery in the United States, “managed care” is a term that’s frequently used but often misunderstood. The video above, “HHS-OIG’s Perspective on Managed Care...
by Eriksen Insurance | Oct 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Over the past decade, a troubling trend has emerged: an increasing number of physicians are exiting clinical practice entirely. What once might have been considered a rare event is slowly becoming more common—and its consequences stretch far beyond individual careers....
by Eriksen Insurance | Oct 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Introduction On October 1, 2025, the U.S. federal government entered a shutdown after Congress failed to pass funding bills for the new fiscal year. Though some essential services continue, a shutdown carries serious consequences — especially in the realm of health...
by Eriksen Insurance | Oct 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
If Congress fails to act, millions of Americans could be blindsided by a dramatic spike in health insurance costs starting in 2026. The so-called “enhanced” premium tax credits—expanded in recent years to make coverage more affordable for middle-income households—are...
by Eriksen Insurance | Oct 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
The rollout of updated COVID-19 vaccines is being shaped by new guidelines that shift more decision-making to individuals—and drugstores now find themselves grappling with the burden of access, eligibility, and communication. Under the current recommendation...
by Eriksen Insurance | Oct 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
A recent update to the tax and budget law is poised to change how Medicare negotiates drug prices — with major implications for people who depend on high-cost orphan drugs. Under the current system, Medicare negotiates prices for some expensive drugs that have few or...
