by Eriksen Insurance | Sep 16, 2015 | Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois reports: “Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) recently filed its 2016 rates with Illinois. Below are FAQs that may help you understand what this means. Who does this affect? The 2016 rates will affect...
by Eriksen Insurance | Sep 16, 2015 | Affordable Care Act, Subsidy
The Washington Times reports: “A quirk in the law means the IRS will never be able to recoup nearly $350 million in overpayments on Obamacare tax credits last year, and one top senator says he is worried that fraudsters will exploit the loophole to wring more...
by Eriksen Insurance | Jun 25, 2015 | Heath Care Costs
Benefits Pro reports: “The IRS said it is raising the maximum allowable contribution to a health savings account by $100 in 2016 — but only for families. The IRS quietly announced last week that the maximum contribution that can be made next year to an HSA...
by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 27, 2015 | Insurance Reform
ILLINOIS: The legislature is set to begin debating several measures that would mandate coverage of certain benefits or access to certain providers. H.B. 120 and H.B. 122 would require coverage of intravenous feedings and prescription nutritional supplements. S.B. 97...
by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 27, 2015 | Exchange, Insurance Reform
Modern Healthcare Reports: “The CMS Friday issued final market rules for 2016 (PDF) for the state and federal insurance exchanges. The regulations include stronger requirements for insurers to provide accessible, reliable information about provider networks and...
