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7 percent of Illinois residents are without health insurance

September 19, 2022September 19, 2022 Marc

New US census data shows that state uninsured rates climbed just slightly between 2020 and 2021. Last year in Illinois, 7 percent of residents were without health insurance coverage, according to recently released data from the US Census. This number represents about 875,000 people across the state who don’t have medical coverage. When compared to 2020, this represented a slight increase in the number of people who didn’t have health insurance. That year, the uninsured rate in the state was about 6.8 percent. That said, the margin of error this…

New Hampshire provides insurance premium support to birthing centers

September 16, 2022September 16, 2022 G. Turner

The state is offering assistance to the centers, and other birthing support and care such as midwives. New Hampshire has announced that they are offering insurance premium assistance to birthing centers and home birth midwives in order to help them to remain in business as rates skyrocket. Malpractice coverage rates have gone through the roof, threatening many businesses in this sector. According to a recent Seacoast Online article, one birthing care provider experienced a $40,000 per year spike in insurance premiums, representing a 250 percent increase over the previous year.…

Health care costs propelled skyward by labor, inflation, and insurance rates

August 29, 2022August 26, 2022 Marc

Health care - stethoscope on folded bills

There are several factors all contributing to the rising cost associated with medical services and products. Consumer prices are rising across the country, but it hasn’t been specifically determined how much higher health care costs will be headed skyward and how quickly. Product and labor costs alike have been rapidly climbing throughout the United States. With consumer prices climbing as they are, health care expenses are expected to go with them, which will send insurance rates upward in 2023 as well. According to a presentation by the Kaiser Family Foundation,…

“Leading Idaho” plan slashes 12 percent from health insurance costs

August 23, 2022August 19, 2022 H. Cutner

A key waiver in the plan is meant to help ensure that coverage is accessible to more state residents. The State of Idaho recently achieved a key milestone in its “Leading Idaho” plan in the form of a waiver that will reduce the cost of health insurance for state residents, helping to make the coverage more broadly available, according to an announcement from Governor Brad Little. The state’s innovation waiver is expected to reduce the average premiums by 12 percent. “Idahoans benefited from another win from our ‘Leading Idaho’ plan…

Dental insurance brings most US adults peace of mind

August 16, 2022August 12, 2022 G. Turner

Dental insurance - Woman smiling in dentist office

A Delta Dental study found that the coverage eased concerns of 89 percent of US adults. Dental insurance not only provides coverage for oral health care, but most people also find that it provides them with comfort in knowing that they have the added protection, according to a recently released 2022 State of America’s Oral Health and Wellness Report. The report is a nationwide analysis of US consumer oral health opinions and behaviors. The research was commissioned by the Delta Dental insurance company. It focused on US adults and parents…

8 Tips for Mothers to Recover from a Difficult Birth

August 2, 2022 Guest Author

Whoever tells you that giving birth is “easy” has most definitely not experienced this roller coaster ride full of emotional struggles and physical hardships. Because giving birth is hard, no matter how you do it, no matter how many times you do it. And for some of us, it’s incredibly challenging. Maybe your birth didn’t go according to plan, or you had a traumatic experience. Maybe it was just really, really long and challenging. Whatever the case, it’s important to remember that you did your absolute best. Look at those…

7 Tips For Managing Healthcare Costs

August 2, 2022 Guest Author

Acquiring healthcare facilities in today’s world can be expensive. With the increasing human population, medical services have become limited for every individual. Unless you have a lot of money to spend, getting timely and adequate treatment may not always be an option. Therefore, you must spend your money mindfully when it comes to healthcare. Experts suggest the best way to get adequate medical support is through managing your healthcare costs. If you know how to save money while seeking medical facilities, you can make them more financially accessible. Likewise, utilizing…