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Alan Goforth is a freelance writer in suburban Kansas City. In addition to freelancing for several publications, he has written a dozen books about sports and other topics.
After years of deliberation, the state’s Prescription Drug Affordability Review Board has enacted a cap on the price of Enbrel from Immunex Corp., which is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases.
More than three-quarters of employed Americans plan to spend more time reviewing their elections during annual enrollment this year to maximize their benefit dollars.
“Plan sponsors are taking action, leveraging flexible deal structures and favorable market conditions to deliver long-term security for their participants," said Elizabeth Walsh, vice president and head of U.S. Pensions at MetLife.
The percentage of U.S. children with timely access to a highly ready emergency department fell from 70% to 67%, which means more than 2.1 million children lost access to top-quality care.
The enhanced premium tax credits saved subsidized enrollees an average of $705 annually in 2024, bringing their annual premium payment down to $888.
The independent dispute resolution process has generated at least $5 billion (about $2 billion to $2.5 billion annually) in total costs through the end of 2024.