2024 Outlook: Drug Price Negotiations, Braidwood Highlights Top Legal Cases To Watch

Legal experts indicated they will be paying close attention to lawsuits surrounding the Medicare drug price negotiation program and Braidwood v. Becerra. Both topics could have massive ramifications on the healthcare industry and set new precedents.

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Surprise Ambulance Bills Put These Families In Debt. A New California Law Bans The Practice

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.

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Employers Seek To Navigate Rising Expenses For Health Care Workers

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%.

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Newsom Extends Free Healthcare To 700,000 Illegal Immigrants Despite Record Budget Deficit

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.

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As Premiums Rise, A Majority Of Americans Are Reviewing Insurance Policies To Find Savings

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% ...

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California New Laws For 2024: Workers Get More Paid Sick Days

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.

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