Health Insurance

A Washington Post health columnist outlines priorities shaping public health policy. Then, an insurance expert untangles the complicated web of health insurance.

President-elect Donald Trump and the new Congress plan to shrink the $900 billion-a-year government health insurance program, which covers 1 in 5 Americans.

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals had sided with employers who argued they can’t be forced to provide full coverage for things like medication to prevent HIV and some cancer screenings.

Advocates say it is discrimination and are arguing for “insurance fairness” on the grounds that people who have joints surgically replaced typically don’t face the same kinds of coverage challenges.

Those surveyed say the assassin has “a great deal” or “a moderate amount” of responsibility for the Dec. 4 shooting of Brian Thompson. Still, some see the suspect as a heroic figure.

A provision in the Pentagon budget bill cuts off TRICARE coverage of gender-affirming health care for military dependents under 18.

Even before the slaying of UnitedHealthcare's CEO and its aftermath, the industry was having a rocky 2024. Costs are up, profits are down, top executives have lost their jobs, and investors are selling off shares.

A federal judge sided with Florida and 18 other states that challenged a Biden administration rule to allow Dreamers to access the Affordable Care Act, but an appeals court has issued a stay.

A GoFundMe campaign for Briana Boston has raised over $62,500 for her legal expenses. Police say she told an insurance rep, "Delay, deny, depose. You people are next" after her claim was denied.

Andrew Witty's admission did not sit well with Senate Finance Committee members, who spent more than two hours questioning the CEO about the cyberattack and broader health care issues.