The Medical Loss Ratio Rule – Report Highlights Savings for Consumers
A recent study documents major savings for consumers, thanks to the ACA's medical loss ratio rules. Sabrina Corlette takes a look.
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Leadership and Staffing Changes at CCIIO
As HHS races against some incredibly tight deadlines between now and January 1, 2014, we've noted a staff shake-up at the Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight (CCIIO) following the return of Gary Cohen as the Center's new director. Sabrina Corlette summarizes these staffing changes.
Revisiting CHIR's Across State Lines Report Post-Debate
The Affordable Care Act played a prominent role in last night’s presidential debate and those that watched the debate closely heard President Obama reference Governor Romney's plan to allow insurers to sell health insurance across state lines. Sabrina Corlette revisits our most recent study in light of presidential politics.
The Impact of Laws to Allow Cross-State Sales of Health Insurance: Few Benefits, Potential Risks for Consumers
Although proposals to allow the sale of health insurance across state lines are believed to help consumers access more affordable insurance options, these proposals have rarely been studied. To better understand how these proposals work and whether they are delivering on their promises, CHIR researchers examined across state lines laws in six states – Sabrina Corlette summarizes our findings from an issue brief released today.
More Detail on Multi-State Plans from Proposed Rules
The Office of Personnel Management has released new information about the Multi-State Plan Program, designed to inject new competition into state insurance markets. Sabrina Corlette examines their proposal and highlights some key issues for health care decision-makers.