Undoing health law could have messy ripple effects

by Eriksen Insurance | Jun 26, 2012 | Insurance Reform

The AP reports: “It sounds like a silver lining. Even if the Supreme Court overturns President Barack Obama’s health care law, employers can keep offering popular coverage for the young adult children of their workers. But here’s the catch: The...

U.S. sets deadline for proposals on state healthcare exchanges

by Eriksen Insurance | May 21, 2012 | Insurance Reform

Reuters reports: “WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The Obama administration forged ahead with healthcare reforms on Wednesday, announcing a November 16 deadline for state governments to submit proposals showing how they intend to operate health insurance exchanges...

Obamacare collapse would put employers in charge

by Eriksen Insurance | Apr 25, 2012 | Insurance Reform

Benefits Pro reports: “WASHINGTON (AP) — If the Supreme Court strikes down President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul, don’t look to government for what comes next. Employers and insurance companies will take charge. They’ll borrow some...

Changes From 2010 Health Care Law Affect Large And Small Employers

by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 24, 2012 | Insurance Reform

Insurance News Net reports: “Feb. 22–The Affordable Care Act was meant to be a salve for employer-sponsored health insurance costs. The law offers small businesses a carrot for helping employees get health insurance. It also waves a stick at larger...

States Attack ‘Obamacare’ With Birth Control Bills

by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 22, 2012 | Insurance Reform

Insurance News Net reports: “BOISE, Idaho — Republican lawmakers in a handful of states are opening another front in the war against President Obama’s health care overhaul, seizing on the hot-button issue of birth control with bills that would allow...