Study: Covered California Premiums Higher in Counties With Less Competition, No PPO

Covered California health plan premiums were about 6% higher in counties that did not offer a PPO product, according to a study by Mountain View-based HealthPocket. The study also found that premiums for plans offered in counties with just one health plan were 8% higher than those with competitive plan offerings.

• "Exchange Premiums Higher in Counties With No PPO" (Payers & Providers, 5/14).