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Sandy flooding (NBC10)
Down the Shore
Politics & Policy

Trump 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

The HealthCare.gov website main page. The Trump administration is clearing the way for insurers to sell short-term health plans as a bargain alternative to pricey “Obamacare” for consumers struggling with high premiums. But the policies don’t have to cover pre-existing conditions and benefits are limited. It’s not certain if that’s going to translate into broad consumer appeal among people who need an individual policy. (HHS via AP)
Health

At deadline health insurance numbers dropping in Delaware, region and nation

Multiple factors, from lifting tax penalty to less money for publicity, could be leading to fewer people enrolling for health coverage under Affordable Care Act.

6 years ago

Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner Jessica Altman talks about steps taken to ensure access to opioid addiction treatment during a visit to a Walgreens pharmacy in Kensington.
Health

Pennsylvania leading the way in making addiction treatment more available

Opioid prescriptions have fallen by 28 percent in Pennsylvania from 2013 to 2018, but overdoses and deaths continue to rise.

6 years ago

Brian Hajeski, 41, of Brick, N.J., reacts as he looks at debris of a home that washed up on to the Mantoloking Bridge the morning after superstorm Sandy rolled through in Mantoloking, N.J., Oct. 30, 2012. (Julio Cortez/AP Photo)
Down the Shore
Politics & Policy

Lawmakers introduce legislation to save federal flood insurance program

Lawmakers have introduced legislation to reauthorize the debt-ridden National Flood Insurance Program that is set to expire.

7 years ago

Those signing up for a health care plan in Pennsylvania this year will find new options and  lower priced coverage, but they may end up paying more. (File photo)
Health

Despite arrival of competing plans, some ACA enrollees face higher premiums in region

The open enrollment period for 2019 runs through Dec. 15.

7 years ago

(Bigstock photo)
Radio Times
Health

The ACA and the politics of health care

Guests: Julie Rovner, Sabrina Corlette There’s some good news around the Affordable Care Act: premium prices ar ...

Air Date: October 23, 2018 10:00 am

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File photo: Marilyn Burston is a benefits specialist, who helps seniors find an appropriate Medicare plan. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Health

Growth in Medicare plans gives seniors even more decisions to make

Limiting their provider networks helps Medicare Advantage plans keep their premiums low. Traditional Medicare covers health care visits all across the country.

7 years ago

Residents of Fishtown were provided an open forum to voice their opinions on a proposal to convert Saint Laurentius Church into twenty-three apartments. (Brad Larrison for WHYY, file)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning
PlanPhilly

Planning Commission votes down bill that would help Philly community groups pay for insurance

The city will not be paying your local community organization’s insurance bill anytime soon.

7 years ago

The HealthCare.gov website main page. The Trump administration is clearing the way for insurers to sell short-term health plans as a bargain alternative to pricey “Obamacare” for consumers struggling with high premiums. But the policies don’t have to cover pre-existing conditions and benefits are limited. It’s not certain if that’s going to translate into broad consumer appeal among people who need an individual policy. (HHS via AP)
Health
Transforming Health

Report: Affordable Care Act premiums will show slight increase in 2019

Pennsylvanians with insurance on the Affordable Care Act exchange will see little or no premium increase next year, according to data compiled by Associated Press.

7 years ago

(Photo courtesy of Healthcare.gov)
Health

N.J. joins states launching reinsurance programs to shore up Obamacare plans

New Jersey projects its reinsurance program will cut premiums by 15 percent.

7 years ago

This aerial photo shows storm damage from Sandy in Mantoloking, N.J., Oct. 31, 2012. (Doug Mills, AP Photo, Pool)
Down the Shore
Politics & Policy

House extends National Flood Insurance Program through hurricane season

The U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation Wednesday to extend the National Flood Insurance Program for four months.

7 years ago

Flooding at 10th and Walnut streets after a water main break has flooded several Center City streets. (Trenae Nuri/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Damages from water-main break expected to exceed $500,000 liability limit

Since a massive water-main break flooded the streets of Midtown Village Tuesday morning, Kate Moroney Miller has had one really bad Time.

7 years ago

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(AP)
Money

Pa. lawmakers’ bid to yank JUA money continues — with a twist

The plan would fold the Joint Underwriting Association into the state Insurance Department despite the association's claims that it's a separate entity.

7 years ago

Jeffrey Colmyer, 42, and Tiffany Cimino, 34, both of Little Egg Harbor. (New Jersey Office of Attorney General)
Down the Shore
Courts & Law

Prosecutors to recommend a 7 year term for N.J. contractor who stole from Sandy victims

A New Jersey couple has admitted stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from more than 20 victims who hired them to repair or rebuild their homes after Superstorm Sandy.

7 years ago

 Heavy equipment operators work on a mountain of debris left by Superstorm Sandy. (Mel Evans/AP File Photo)
Politics & Policy

New Jersey still finding Superstorm Sandy scammers

The New Jersey Attorney General’s office is charging three more people with filing fraudulent applications for Superstorm Sandy relief funds.

7 years ago

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