by Military Times | May 12, 2026 | Fraud, Industry News, Medicare
A former NFL tight end was sentenced to more than 16 years in prison for a yearslong fraud scheme that cost Medicare and the U.S. Veterans Affairs almost $200 million. Joel Rufus French, a marketing company owner and beneficial owner of eight durable medical equipment...
by KFF | May 8, 2026 | Industry News, Medicaid
While spending on prescription drugs accounts for a relatively small share of overall Medicaid spending, Medicaid drug spending has grown in recent years. As a result, both states and the federal government continue to prioritize the management of rising prescription...
by Agent & Advisor | May 6, 2026 | A&A, Industry News, Protection/Income, Wealth
The annuity market has set many records recently, driven by millions of Baby Boomers seeking guaranteed retirement income and financial stability. For insurance agents and financial professionals, this growth is a massive opportunity, but only if you can create a...
by Forbes | May 6, 2026 | Health, Industry News
Health insurer Oscar Health swung to a $679 million first quarter profit – the highest in company history – as its health plan membership jumped more than 50% and medical costs eased. Oscar, which grew to 3.2 million health plan members as one of the nation’s largest...
by InsuranceNewsNet | May 6, 2026 | Industry News, Medicare Advantage
Two million. That’s how many older Americans were displaced from Medicare Advantage plans in 2025, according to agents fielding the calls. Hospital systems pulled out of networks. Carriers dropped unprofitable plans during the annual enrollment period. And the...
by KFF | May 1, 2026 | Industry News, Medicare Advantage
CMS recently finalized policies as part of the 2027 Medicare Advantage final rule that both enhance consumer protections and roll back changes to the Medicare Advantage program that were intended to protect consumers. These changes have gotten less attention than...
