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New UW study looks at medical debt, bankruptcy among insured
2+ hour, 44+ min ago (257+ words) SEATTLE " A new study by the University of Washington shows many working-age Americans are vulnerable to bankruptcy after hospitalization related to an injury. "We weren't surprised to see that an injury like a car crash or a fall that gets…...
Future of ACA subsidies uncertain as Senate decision looms, impacting millions
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (403+ words) The future of enhanced subsidies for the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, is still up in the air. "Unfortunately, that's been a political football over the years," President and Founder of U.S.-RX Care Renzo Luzzatti said. "There's…...
Government shutdown impacts Medicaid as ACA open enrollment begins
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (288+ words) EL PASO, Texas - (KFOX14/CBS4) " The ongoing government shutdown is affecting federal benefits, including Medicaid, as open enrollment for insurance providers under the Affordable Care Act begins. El Paso resident Michael Rosales expressed concern for his grandfather, who relies on Medicaid for…...
Trump's tax bill signed into law, potential benefits and pitfalls for Washington taxpayers
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (149+ words) by Kya Baker, ARC Seattle Intern SEATTLE, WA. " After much deliberation, President Trump's tax bill passed the House and was signed into law back on the Fourth of July. While some are excited about the proposed tax cuts and deductions,…...
RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz to announce health insurance reforms
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (235+ words) Iran fired missiles at a U.S. base in Qatar on Monday. The attack comes after the U.S. struck three nuclear facilities over the weekend. WASHINGTON (TNND) " Health insurance reform is coming from the Trump administration. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy…...