The synergy that can sometimes occur between opposing factors in politics can be interesting to watch. Donald Trump spent a lot of time on the campaign trail telling everyone that he wants the states to bear more of the responsibility for funding Medicaid because it...
In 2009, two out of every three bankruptcies in America had a medical cause. Eight years later, the numbers are more promising for medical debt – but not great. It’s not always clear why someone files for bankruptcy, but plenty of analysts and healthcare experts agree...
One of the first parts of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that got attention when the law went into effect was a feature called the individual mandate. When President Obama introduced the ACA, his goal was to provide health insurance for every American. The problem is...
Having health insurance is an important in order to protect your family and your bank account in case something catastrophic happens. If you get sick and are uninsured, there's a chance that the amount of medical care and access to doctors and specialists that you may...
In September, Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price resigned as head following a political scandal over his use of chartered jets for government travel. His position has since been left vacant. On Monday, November 13, President Trump nominated...
If you’ve been shopping for health insurance during open enrollment 2018, you may be wondering about the differences you’re seeing. Why does one plan cost more than another of the same metal tier? Are other factors affecting the rates and benefits that you see? In...
If you’re new to the healthcare landscape, you’re probably confused over all the political fighting you see over Obamacare and all the terms associated with health insurance. Shopping for healthcare coverage is confusing to many people, so know that you’re not alone....
You might be under the impression that insurance offered through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace is significantly more expensive than the insurance offered through an employer. Nearly half of people with health insurance get it through work. However, a study...
In the Heart of Dixie, Americans face exorbitant taxes. Alabama is the only state to levy income tax against families earning just 25 percent of the poverty limit. After nearly a century of preference for the Democratic party, Alabamians have overwhelmingly chosen...
Residents in rural parts of The Last Frontier face extremely high costs for consumer goods compared to the rest of the country. Despite entering the union as a Democratic state, Alaska leans right and has traditionally supported Republican candidates for public...
