Latest California Healthline Stories
State Regulators Green Light $6.8 Billion Health Insurance Merger
On Tuesday, the two agencies regulating health insurance in California approved the $6.8 billion acquisition of Health Net by Centene Corp., clearing away the final hurdle to the deal.
Covered California continues to terminate some customers from their health plans, even though they’re paid in full.
State Regulator Cites Price, Access As Top Concerns In Proposed Anthem-Cigna Merger
In a public meeting Friday, consumer advocates urged the Department of Managed Health Care to hold Anthem’s feet to the fire before signing off on the planned $54 billion purchase of Cigna Corp.
Bill Would Require Insurers To Help Consumers With Complaints
Most consumers in California don’t know they can complain to the state about their health plan. Soon, insurers might be required to tell them how.
Covered California Takes Aim At System Gamers
Proposal would tighten requirements for midyear sign-ups, to deter people who don’t enroll until they get sick.
State’s Largest Health Insurance Lobby Approves Tax Plan
The endorsement of the California Association of Health Plans is key to a deal that would allow the state to avoid major budget cuts by taxing managed care plans.
Deal On New Managed Care Tax Imminent
Several insurers have endorsed a proposal for a new $1.1 billion tax on managed care organizations, which would end months of negotiations.
Insurance Regulation Shifting Toward Managed Care Agency
The authority of the Department of Managed Health Care in California’s dual-agency system has grown in recent years. The agency now regulates 88 percent of the commercial market.