Atrium Health ERISA lawsuit exposes gray area for pensions
Attorneys say whether a not-for-profit health system qualifies as a governmental entity that's exempt from federal rules on pension plans is still a gray area.
Private Plans
CVS-Aetna merger OK'd by California regulators
California regulators approved the $69 billion CVS-Aetna merger with conditions. CVS leadership recently said the deal was on track to close by Thanksgiving.
Self-Insured Plans
Judge blocks Anthem-Cigna merger
A federal judge blocked the proposed $54 billion tie-up between national insurers Anthem and Cigna late Wednesday, saying the combination would harm competition in the national employer market.
Uninsured
Judge urges insurers to drop short-term plan rule challenge
Opponents of the new short-term limited duration rule were dealt a setback in a federal court Friday as a U.S. district judge urged insurers suing the Trump administration to wait for proof it is harming the ACA markets.
Premiums & Benefits
Early association health plans defy fears, offer comprehensive benefits
The early association health plans being formed under a Trump administration rule finalized in June claim to comply with Affordable Care Act rules, yet still deliver lower premiums than comparable ACA exchange plans.
Health Insurance Exchanges
Medical supplier ditches Illinois insurer following rate cut
Nearly a year ago, the private insurer in the state's overhauled Medicaid managed-care program slashed reimbursement rates to medical suppliers. Now a large provider is terminating its contract.
