House health plan would require individuals and employers to get insurance coverageWASHINGTON — House Democrats want to require individuals and employers to get health insurance — or pay a penalty. House health plan would tax the rich, require employers and individuals to get health coverageWASHINGTON — House Democrats on Tuesday rolled out a far-reaching $1.5 trillion plan that for the first time would make health care a right and a responsibility for all Americans, with medical providers, employers and the wealthiest picking up most of the tab. Health overhaul would create powerful ‘health choices commissioner’ for insurance plansWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s congressional allies want to create a powerful insurance commissioner to oversee medical plans nationwide. State regulators say it would duplicate what they do without better protecting consumers. Conservatives bemoan the big government mentality. Details on health care legislation taking shape in CongressWASHINGTON — Health care legislation is taking shape in the House and Senate as President Barack Obama pushes to overhaul the system to cover millions of uninsured Americans and contain rising costs. Details are still being negotiated and any final health care bill would have to meld proposals from the House and Senate. A look at various proposals: House Democrats’ gov’t health plan would offer premiums 20%-25% less than private insuranceWASHINGTON — What if a new health plan set up shop in your town offering coverage at a much lower price than other insurers? Senate health committee Democrats put finishing touches on public insurance optionWASHINGTON — Senators on a key committee are putting the finishing touches on a government health insurance option that they hope will win broad support among Democrats and the public. THE INFLUENCE GAME: Grumbling gets louder as unveiling of health bills gives lobbyists targetsWASHINGTON — For President Barack Obama, the MRIs and other medical scans for Medicare patients that cost the government billions are prime targets for cuts to help finance health care overhaul. Industry pledge to narrow drug coverage gap contingent on health care overhaulWASHINGTON — Hailed by President Barack Obama, a multi-billion-dollar promise by drug companies to narrow a Medicare drug coverage gap for seniors is valid only if Congress succeeds in passing a comprehensive health care bill encountering strong opposition from Republicans, an industry spokesman said Monday. Drug companies would pay for some Medicare prescriptions under $80 billion dealWASHINGTON — The pharmaceutical industry agreed Saturday to spend $80 billion over the next decade improving drug benefits for seniors on Medicare and defraying the cost of President Barack Obama’s health care legislation, capping secretive negotiations involving key lawmakers and the White House. Drug companies would pay for some Medicare prescriptions under emerging $80 billion dealWASHINGTON — Medicare beneficiaries would receive better drug coverage and a portion of President Barack Obama’s health care legislation would be paid for under an emerging agreement involving the pharmaceutical industry, the White House and key lawmakers. Drug industry would pay for some Medicare prescriptions under emerging $80 billion dealWASHINGTON — Medicare beneficiaries would receive better drug coverage and a portion of President Barack Obama’s health care legislation would be paid for under an emerging agreement involving the pharmaceutical industry, the White House and key lawmakers. Texas Gov. signs bill to replenish storm insurance fund depleted by Ike and Dolly in 2008AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Rick Perry has signed into law a bill restructuring the state’s windstorm insurance fund, the only property insurer for homeowners and business in 14 coastal counties. Consumers, companies re-evaluate insurance coverage during recession, needs to lower costsCHARLOTTE, N.C. — Barry Miller figured he was saving $100 a month when he scaled back his disability insurance. After all, he was healthy. Hospitals, others, oppose Obama’s plan to reduce Medicare and Medicaid spendingWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama said Saturday he wants to help pay for his health care overhaul by slowing Medicare and Medicaid spending, but hospitals, medical technicians and others are resisting. House Democrats considering tax health benefits to pay for legislation, sources sayWASHINGTON — Despite a less-than-rousing reaction from the Obama administration, House Democrats are considering a new tax on employer-provided health benefits to help pay for expanding coverage to the uninsured. Sources say House Democrats may tax health benefits to pay for legislationWASHINGTON — Despite a less-than-rousing reaction from the Obama administration, House Democrats are considering a new tax on employer-provided health benefits to help pay for expanding coverage to the uninsured. AP sources: House Dems consider tax on health benefits to help pay for expanded careWASHINGTON — Senior House Democrats drafting health care legislation are considering slapping an unspecified financial penalty on anyone who refuses to purchase affordable health insurance, a key committee chairman said Monday. Pockets empty, Calif considers deep cuts in spending for the state’s most vulnerable residentsSACRAMENTO, Calif. — With empty pockets and maxed-out credit, California is debating whether it can continue honoring all parts of its social contract with the state’s most vulnerable residents. The Queen’s Medical Center settles whistleblower lawsuits claiming it overcharged governmentHONOLULU — The Queen’s Medical Center has paid $2.5 million to settle two lawsuits alleging Hawaii’s largest private hospital overcharged Medicare, the state’s Medicaid program and TRICARE health benefits program for military dependents, the U.S. Attorney said Wednesday. AP News in BriefObama says he’ll accept Nobel Peace Prize as ‘call to action’ toward peace and prosperity Health care industry delivers savings plan to White HouseWASHINGTON — Health industry officials delivered a plan to the White House Monday documenting how they’ll attempt to save $2 trillion over a decade through measures like reducing hospitalizations and cutting down on paperwork. Hurricane insurance harder to get, costs up as 2009 storm season startsCHARLOTTE, N.C. — As the 2009 hurricane season arrives, many homeowners are finding insurance is either more expensive, or harder to get. Genworth shares slip on 1Q loss, CEO sees improvementDES MOINES, Iowa — Shares of Genworth Financial Inc. gave ground Friday, the day after the insurer reported a first-quarter loss largely due to subprime mortgage impairments and investment losses. Business events and economic reports scheduled for the coming weekColumbus Day. Bond markets closed. Home swaps: A tempting idea in a recession, but what are the risks?NEW YORK — It’s an alluring vacation idea in a recession: To beat pricey hotel rates, you swap homes with a family in the city you want to visit. |
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