Only 42% of baby boomers and 35% of Gen Xers say they have planned financially for the possibility of long-term care.

Nearly one-third are not confident they will be able to cover day-to-day expenses for the remainder of their lives.

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.

Michael Pencina, Ph.D., has joined UnitedHealth Group as chief AI scientist as insurers continue to expand their use of artificial intelligence.

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.

“Understanding the characteristics and health burdens of high-cost claimants is essential for employers, insurers and policymakers aiming to design targeted strategies for care management, cost containment and improved health outcomes," said the report.

The plaintiffs argued that ERISA expressly preempts any state law that may relate to an employee benefit plan.