Despite boost in social security, rising Medicare Part B costs leave seniors in bind

by Eriksen Insurance | Oct 11, 2017 | Medicare

News Medical reports: “Millions of seniors will soon be notified that Medicare premiums for physicians’ services are rising and likely to consume most of the cost-of-living adjustment they’ll receive next year from Social Security. Higher 2018...

Blue Cross warns GOP repeal bill ‘undermines’ pre-existing condition rules

by Eriksen Insurance | Oct 11, 2017 | Health Laws

The Hill reports: “The Blue Cross Blue Shield Association warned against a new GOP ObamaCare bill on Wednesday, saying it would “undermine” protections for pre-existing conditions. “The bill contains provisions that would allow states to waive...

‘Breakthrough’ Leukemia Drug Also Portends ‘Quantum Leap’ In Cost

by Eriksen Insurance | Aug 24, 2017 | Heath Care Costs

Kaiser Health News reports: “When doctors talk about a new leukemia drug from Novartis, they ooze enthusiasm, using words like “breakthrough,” “revolutionary” and “a watershed moment.” But when they think about how much the therapy is likely to cost, their tone...

Aetna may offer customers a free Apple Watch as a perk

by Eriksen Insurance | Aug 18, 2017 | Family Health Insurance

Yahoo Finance reports: “Health insurer Aetna is already giving its workers free Apple Watches (plus a handful of regular customers), but it now looks ready to expand those bonuses to everyone. CNBCsources understand that Aetna is in talks with Apple to offer a...

How much more will health care cost your company in 2018?

by Eriksen Insurance | Aug 18, 2017 | Affordable Care Act

Crain’s Chicago Business reports: “Around this time of year, many human resources executives and brokers are putting the finishing touches on health insurance plans they’ll offer to employees in the fall. They face tough questions: Will rising costs...