News For: Major Excess Medical InsuranceOakland County creates program to market medical systems PONTIAC -- Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson announced the creation of a medical branding initiative among major hospital systems, medical device manufacturers and higher education in Oakland County that could lead to billions of dollars in new investment and thousands of new jobs. Health insurance costs grow more gradually in 2008 Health insurance premiums rose a modest 5 percent this year for coverage that's getting skimpier, researchers say. The 5 percent increase was comparable to last year's uptick. FMC ties up with AXA-Alkoot Insurance 24 September 2008 Doha - Future Medical Center FMC has tied up with AXA-Al Koot Insurance, which will enable all those having health insurance coverage by AXA-Al Koot to avail the services of the clinic without making any payment at the clinic. Utica residents forced out as St. Elizabeth Medical Center expands office space UTICA, N.Y. - St. Elizabeth Medical Center has made major changes to its hospital which include revamping its parking lot and adding building a new emergency department. Some nearby residents are not happy with other changes they say are in the works. States, medical groups oppose abortion rule Several medical associations and 13 state attorneys general voiced their opposition Wednesday to a proposed federal rule that they fear would open the door for hospitals and physicians to deny access to contraception. Legislation would expand insurance benefits for treatment of addiction, mental illness WASHINGTON - Many people battling addiction or suffering from mental health problems could get better health insurance coverage under legislation that has widespread, bipartisan support but still faces some hurdles before getting to President Bush for his signature. Eighth-grader plans benefit car washes Brittany Liska says she likes helping people. That's why the Bloomington Junior High School eighth-grader is helping organize two benefit car washes to defray some of the cost of the Brandon Major's medical bills. Be wary of medical discount cards Mark Sarmadi, a diabetic, thought he had found the answer to getting health coverage when a salesman pitched him what he thought was a low-cost insurance program. Medical Examiner's Office Moves To Higher Ground The medical examiner's office is moving from downtown to near the University of South Florida, where it will have more space for bodies and will be out of a flood zone. Health Insurance Costs Climb Again Kaiser study: Health insurance premiums and deductibles are up again this year. 24% of U.S. families say paying for health care is a "serious problem." |

