Surprise ambulance bills can leave families deeply in debt after a medical emergency. A new state law that forces insurance companies to negotiate payments is expected to save Californians tens of millions of dollars a year.

The average per-employee cost of employer-sponsored health insurance rose by 3.2% in 2022, according to the survey. This relatively modest increase was only about half the rate of general inflation for 2022, which ended the year at 6.5%.

California became the first state on Monday to offer comprehensive health insurance to all undocumented immigrants, a plan expected to expand to roughly 700,000 residents living in the Golden State.

As personal insurance rates continue to increase for a myriad of reasons, around 70% of U.S. consumers are actively reviewing their insurance policies in an effort to find savings, according to a survey from Trusted Choice, national brand representing the members of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (the Big “I”). Among those shopping around, 45% ...

Under a new law, employees in California are guaranteed five paid sick days a year, two days more than previously. Worker advocacy groups say the benefit is needed, but business groups warn of additional costs.

Specialty drug costs keep going up for plan sponsors Here are a few considerations employers and their brokers and consultants need to take into account in the coming years.