IOM Essential Benefits Recommendations Draw Criticism

November 30th, 2011 by Allison Smith

A letter sent to Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius from more than 2,400 health care providers and advocates offered objections to the Institute of Medicine’s recommendations regarding what benefits must be covered in state health insurance marketplaces. Additionally, Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, offered a warning regarding an Internal Revenue Service proposal on premium assistance in the health law’s insurance exchanges. 

Boston Globe: Health Providers, Advocates Criticize Institute Of Medicine On Insurance Recommendations More than 2,400 health care providers and advocates sent a letter to Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius today objecting to recommendations made by a panel of the Institute of Medicine regarding what benefits must be covered in state health insurance marketplaces developed under the Affordable Care Act.

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CGI Granted Federal Contract

November 29th, 2011 by Crystal Davis

CGI Federal Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of Canada-based CGI Group, announced that it has been awarded a $93.7 million contract by The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight (CCIIO) to build the U.S. Read more…

Auto Insurance Rates

November 24th, 2011 by Crystal Davis

All states have minimum car insurance requirements regarding liability coverage for bodily injury and physical damages. Some states even require underinsured or uninsured motorist coverage as well as personal injury protection (PIP) insurance coverage. Before you buy car insurance, compare auto insurance rates online to find the best coverage and cheapest rates for your needs.

If you currently have car insurance coverage, how do you know you have the lowest car insurance rates? If you are looking to buy new car insurance, make sure you pick the best car insurance company offering the lowest auto insurance rates the first time to avoid switching carriers constantly and qualifying for a loyalty discount in the future.

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Best Term Life Insurance – Best Fit Term Policy

November 21st, 2011 by Allison Smith

  • Best Term Policy For Your Situation

If you are single with no dependents your only need for life insurance is sufficient to pay probate fees, pay off outstanding uninsured debt and to bury you. About $10,000 to $15,000 would be sufficient to do that.

If you are married you will need an amount that would be sufficient to replace your income after death. Each family is different. The number of children affect the amount required. Your lifestyle also affects how much you buy.

Find out which is the best amount and type by learning how much you need.

  • Best Term Life Policy From A Quality Carrier
  • I would like to suggest to you that all life insurance companies are safe to do business with.

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