Politics and Policy

Enrollments rolling in despite consumers' lack of knowledge, technical glitches and high-traffic volumes.

The case will be decided on the burden the ACA contraceptive mandate has on private employer Hobby Lobby

Seattle Children’s Hospital has been publicly at odds with insurers over the trend toward narrow networks.

Insurers fight back as three Rs become the pawns of health reform politics

Employers with 50 to 99 workers will have until 2016 before they must offer coverage.

Industry sounds off on healthcare using hashtag on Valentine's day; goes viral.

Critics caution that the employer mandate will drive firms to cut hours and cut positions to avoid the responsibility.

Estimates show a reduction in expected coverage levels in 2014.

States expecting the woodwork effect

Drug prices show staggering markup

Coverage gaps lead to 40% higher costs

Avoiding disclosure of sensitive information on EOBs could make coverage more appealing to young people.

One of the three R's is under scrutiny

62% of young adults believe they are less at risk for a major illness or medical condition than the average American.

Patients, plans weigh tradeoffs between lower premiums, fewer doctors.

Reach 18 to 34 year olds through social media and innovative products

Premium increase unlikely in 2015.

Officials hope to increase the proportion of young adults buying plans before the March 31 open enrollment deadline.

Changes will impact Medicare, Medicaid, tax policy and the competitive landscape.

Focus on exchanges gives plans an opening to repair their image among consumers.

Reinvent your market approach for long-term survival

Discussion leaves a sense of uncertainty as to how coverage rules will play out

Invest in efficiency and consider big data

There are 20 states choosing not to expand their Medicaid programs under the ACA.

Chronically ill patients in last years of life account for 32% of total Medicare spending.