Insurance
Major shift in medical malpractice rules in Pa. could help victims, but opponents fear the cost
Pa.’s highest court took the controversial step of reversing a rule aimed at tamping down a crisis of doctors leaving the state because of high medical malpractice insurance.
2 years ago
Three things to know about health insurance coverage for abortion
Even before the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, whether a health plan paid for abortion varied widely. Now it's become even more complex, with conflicts on the horizon.
2 years ago
Obamacare before the Supreme Court…yet again
We discuss the Republican challenge to the Affordable Care Act that is before the Supreme Court.
Air Date: November 11, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 49:45COVID-19 heroes must jump through hoops for workers’ comp
Essential workers who get the coronavirus on the job have no guarantee in most states they'll qualify for workers' compensation to cover lost wages and medical care.
4 years ago
Public health insurance claims soar in Pa., N.J. and Del.
The increase in people enrolling in medical assistance is exponentially higher than this time last year — but it’s still way less than officials expected.
5 years ago
Homeowners in Cape May County town to receive significant flood insurance discount
Homeowners in a Cape May County municipality will reap significant savings on their flood insurance premiums thanks to the actions of their local government.
5 years ago
The department says some companies may be selling short-term, limited duration plans, while other callers are falsely claiming to be from the state.
5 years ago
FEMA delays flood insurance hike until 2021
New Jersey residents will have a reprieve before flood insurance premiums will likely rise.
5 years ago
United failed to accurately calculate peoples’ total out-of-pocket costs, delayed payment and delayed responses to complaints, said Insurance Commissioner Jessica Altman.
5 years ago
Report blames ‘chilling effect’ of immigration policy for Latinx and Asian uninsured kids
Researchers with New Jersey Policy Perspective believe tougher immigration policies from the Trump administration are instilling fear in immigrant communities.
5 years ago
House extends National Flood Insurance Program through September
Just in time for hurricane season, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation Tuesday to extend the National Flood Insurance Program through the end of the fiscal ye
6 years ago
New York City admits defrauding FEMA out of millions after Superstorm Sandy
The city has now agreed to reimburse the federal government $5.3 million for its false claims, according to the settlement proposed Wednesday.
6 years ago
Doctors: Malpractice rule change would drive up patient costs
Some doctors want to stop the Pa. Supreme Court from changing a rule tied to medical malpractice lawsuits.
6 years ago
The ACA and contraceptive coverage
Guests: Allison Hoffman The Trump administration had another setback in the courts ...
6 years ago
Listen 18:29Trump signs National Flood Insurance Program extension bill
Homeowners in flood-prone areas will continue to receive coverage after President Donald Trump signed the National Flood Insurance Program extension bill on Saturday.
6 years ago