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Health insurance coverage of mental illnesses gets push  Congress on Tuesday moved close to final approval of a bill that would require group health insurance plans to provide more generous coverage for treatment of mental illnesses, comparable to what they already provide for physical illnesses. The Senate approved the legislation as part of a tax bill promoting the use of alternative fuels, including wind and solar power. The bill, passed by a vote ...

House OKs bill boosting mental health coverage   Members of the U.S. Congress on Tuesday passed legislation to require health insurers to give the same level of coverage for mental illness and drug and alcohol abuse treatment as for other ailments.

Health insurance coverage getting skimpier  Health insurance premiums rose a modest 5 percent this year for coverage that's getting skimpier, researchers say.

2009 health-insurance forecast: less coverage, more cost  Most workers will see “skimpier and less comprehensive” employer-based health insurance coverage next year, according to an outlook released today.

2009 health-insurance forecast: Less coverage, more cost  Most workers will see "skimpier and less comprehensive" employer-based health insurance coverage next year, according to an outlook released today.

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. Overall, premiums for family coverage increased to $12,680 and premiums for single coverage increased to $4,704, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Health Research and Educational Trust.

Mental health groups make final push for parity   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.

Study: Wages not keeping up with health costs  Feeling a bigger bite in your paycheck? Health insurance costs are a major culprit, according to a survey released Wednesday.

Congress Backs Parity in Coverage of Illnesses  Congress moved close to approving a bill that would require health insurance plans to provide treatment of mental illnesses comparable to what they already provide for physical illnesses.

Health insurance costs grow more gradually in 2008  Health insurance premiums rose 5 percent this year for coverage that's shrinking, researchers say.

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