News For: Washoe health InsuranceHealth insurance costs grow more gradually in 2008 Health insurance premiums rose 5 percent this year for coverage that's shrinking, 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. 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. Employers ... Riverside Health System Announces $1 Million Incentive Program For Small Businesses to Offer Insurance Coverage for ... A leading nonprofit health care provider, Riverside Health System, is making $1 million in funding available to create incentives for small businesses in eastern Virginia to begin offering health insurance to their employees. 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. As health-care premiums rise, workers at smaller firms feel pinch Premiums for job-based health insurance are up 5 percent in 2008 and have more than doubled since 1999, a growth rate that far outpaces inflation and the increase in workers' wages over the same period, according to an annual survey of employers. Meanwhile, a growing number of workers at smaller firms are getting less coverage for their money as health plans with high deductibles and fewer ... Mental health groups make final push for parity Wed, Sep 24, 2008 2:12 p.m. 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 notes health care disparities in Minnesota Minnesota medical groups are providing better quality care to patients with private health insurance than those covered through public programs, according to a report released Wednesday. Insurance pool talks at impasse PITTSFIELD ��� City officials and representatives from Pittsfield's 17 public employee unions suddenly broke off talks yesterday regarding the municipal workers switching to a state-run health insurance system. Weigh options when deciding on health insurance if unemployed If you���ve recently lost your job, or are soon to be unemployed, you���re going to want to know what your health insurance options are. |




