For many, premiums and deductibles now take three times more out of one’s budget than 20 years ago, UC Berkeley study shows.
In coverage for key areas including immunizations, mental health and well-child visits, insurers fail to deliver for those 26 and younger.
Health insurance CEOs pocket millions while citizens can’t pay the out-of-pocket.
The legislation would overhaul the process to appeal denials of coverage by private health insurance companies.
Rising premiums and co-pays next year could destabilize many already struggling with inflation.
Striking Kaiser Permanente mental health workers say children may suffer even more than adults from delays in treatment.
Economists say fines are far cheaper than hiring staff. Kaiser says the union creates crises.
With the health giant again under scrutiny by California regulators for alleged denial of care, many therapists are leaving for private practice.
They can leave patients with crippling medical bills. Why are high-deductible insurance plans becoming so popular with employers?
Expiring insurance waivers are sending out-of-pocket payments through the roof.