Three-Quarters of Public Say Congress Should Extend the Enhanced ACA Tax Credits Set to Expire Next Year, Despite Budget Concerns
New KFF polling finds more than three-quarters of the public say they want Congress to extend the ACA enhanced premium tax credits set to expire at the end of this year. If the credits do expire and the average premium more than doubles, 7 in 10 of those who purchase their own insurance say they wouldn’t be able to afford premiums.
employer health benefits
Annual Family Premiums for Employer Coverage Rise 6% in 2025, Nearing $27,000; Workers Contribute $6,850 Toward Premiums
This annual survey of employers provides a detailed look at trends in employer-sponsored health coverage, including premiums, worker contributions, cost-sharing provisions, offer rates, and more. This year’s report also looks at how employers are approaching coverage of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, including their concerns about utilization and cost. Read the news release →
Beyond the Data: The Semi-Sad Prospects for Controlling Employer Health Care Costs
In a new column, President and CEO Dr. Drew Altman discusses the obstacles employers face trying to control their health care costs, and the reasons why they’ve never been meaningful supporters of government cost-containment efforts. He predicts that premium increases expected next year could lead to a new wave of higher deductibles and other forms of cost sharing for the 155 million Americans who rely on employer coverage.
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Misinformation vs. Immigrant Experiences Using Health Insurance and Other Programs
Undocumented immigrants are prohibited from accessing federally funded programs, including Medicaid, Medicare, the Affordable Care Act Marketplaces, and Social Security, and many lawfully present immigrants are not eligible for these programs when they first arrive to the U.S. … more
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Why is There So Much Attention on Obesity Drugs?
High U.S. prices and demand for Ozempic and Wegovy have implications for insurance premiums, public program costs, and affordability. … more
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Most Sentenced for Trafficking Fentanyl are U.S. Citizens
Former President Trump has routinely blamed undocumented immigrants for a rise in drug trafficking and overdose deaths…But most fentanyl is being trafficked by American citizens. … … more
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Medicare Open Enrollment FAQs
Explore frequently asked questions related to Medicare Open Enrollment, including Medicare Advantage, Part D, Medigap, and more.
New and Noteworthy
Will President Trump’s Announcement Expand Access to IVF?
The White House announcement focused on reducing the cost of some IVF drugs and clarifying options for employers to offer standalone fertility benefits for their employees and their dependents. This policy watch examines some key takeaways about the Trump IVF plan.
States Are Forming
‘Health Alliances.’ Can They Make a Difference for Public Health Policy?
States have begun to form “health alliances” as a counter to federal public health recommendations and policies under the Trump Administration. This policy watch describes the goals of these alliances, and discusses what effects they may have for U.S. public health policy.
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