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As open enrollment begins for Affordable Care Act health insurance marketplace, here's what you need to know for 2024
If you plan to have government health insurance coverage next year, you may be eligible for financial help. These tips can help you sort through your options.
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Many states are expanding their Medicaid programs to provide dental care to their poorest residents
A growing number of states are offering dental care to low-income adults who once had to rely on charity or the emergency room to treat their tooth problems.
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Global warming puts nearly 40 million properties at risk of rising insurance costs, new report says
Major insurers are withdrawing from California and Florida, while companies there and elsewhere are scaling back to guard against the escalating costs of global warming, but the problem is just beginning, according to a new report out on Wednesday.
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Climate change and extreme weather could fuel another housing crisis
An estimated 39 million homes and businesses in the United States could soon face skyrocketing insurance premiums — if they can even find insurance coverage at all. That’s according to a new report from First Street Foundation, which warns that this “insurance bubble” could lead to a costly, widespread housing crisis coast-to-coast.
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Doctors and patients try to shame insurers online to reverse prior authorization denials
Customers are increasingly using social media to air their complaints across all industries, and companies are paying attention
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As pet insurance becomes more popular, pet owners fret about rising prices, denied claims and long waits for reimbursement
Since 2018, the number of insured pets in the U.S. has risen almost 23% a year, on average. Roughly 80% of insured pets are dogs, with cats making up the rest.
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Are you confronting a big medical bill? Attack it with a plan — and these tips
An enormous medical bill can trigger a wave of panic, but experts say patients should attack the problem with a plan.
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State Farm, Allstate not accepting new homeowner policies over California wildfire risk
Insurance companies like State Farm and now Allstate are not accepting new homeowner policies due to California’s wildfire risk.
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Insurance companies not accepting new homeowner policies over California wildfire risk
Insurance companies like State Farm and now Allstate are not accepting new homeowner policies due to California’s wildfire risk. Ginger Conejero Saab reports.
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Is California Becoming Uninsurable?
State Farm, the biggest home insurance company in the U.S., now says it will stop accepting new applications for property insurance in California. It’s citing spiking inflation and extreme weather. Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura reports.
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How to Get COVID-19 Tests Now
NBC Bay Area Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura explains how to get COVID-19 tests now that the public health emergency is over.
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Millions Who Rely on Medicaid Likely to Lose Coverage as Pandemic Rule Expires
Here’s what to know if you’re among the nearly 15 million people who may lose their insurance.
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Wind Or Flood Damage? Here's What Your Insurance Will Likely Cover
Consumer investigator Chris Chmura sheds some light on the difference between wind and flood damage during a storm-related event. Plus, some tips on how to proceed before making any repairs.
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There's Still Time to Get Health Insurance Through the Public Exchange — and You May Qualify for Help Paying Premiums
If you don’t have a health plan, you can sign up for one through the federal marketplace until Jan. 15.
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ALS Patients Pushed to Get an Experimental Drug Approved. Now They're Up Against a $158,000 a Year Price Tag
Patients say the eye-popping price tag set by the drugmaker is fueling insurance delays or denials, and sometimes exorbitant out-of-pocket expenses.
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With More Homeowners Getting Dropped, Here's What to Do if Your Property Insurance is Canceled
A growing number of California homeowners have had their property insurance policies cancelled, with insurers citing wildfire risk.
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With More Homeowners Getting Dropped, Here's What to Do if Your Property Insurance is Canceled
As wildfire risk and losses continue, California sees rise in insurers dropping policyholders. NBC Bay Area Consumer Investigator Chris Chmura reports.
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With Holiday Gatherings Ahead, Here's A Guide to Finding Free or Low Cost COVID Tests
As families begin to gather for the holidays, be prepared with low-cost or free COVID-19 tests.
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Hurricane Ian Is a Reminder for All Homeowners to Check Their Insurance Coverage for Natural Disasters
Whether your house is in an area prone to hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding, hail or wildfires, it’s important to know what your insurance covers or excludes.
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Insurers Say California's Inaction Threatens Auto Policies
Top U.S. insurance companies and associations say California is risking a crisis in the nation’s largest automobile insurance market by refusing to approve rate increases since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.