OP-ED | The charts that scare health insurance watchdogs | Addicted to CT News

OP-ED |  The charts that scare health insurance watchdogs |  Addicted to CT News

ELLEN ANDREWS Small-group self-insured plans seem harmless, but they’re not, and they’re growing quickly, according to new figures from the Connecticut Department of Insurance. These plans save some small businesses money, but they carry serious risks. State policymakers are trying to create a safer option, within the confines of federal rules. It’s a bit complicated …

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Dozens of US states sue Meta for getting kids addicted to Instagram

Dozens of US states sue Meta for getting kids addicted to Instagram

New York Attorney General Letitia James and a bipartisan coalition of 32 other state attorneys general are taking Meta to court for fueling addiction and a mental health crisis among children using its platforms. Paulina Porizkova approaching Instagram The parent company of Facebook and Instagram has leveraged powerful and unprecedented technologies to attract, engage and …

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Connecticut Hospitals Question OHS Referral Process, Policy Recommendations | Addicted to CT News

Connecticut Hospitals Question OHS Referral Process, Policy Recommendations |  Addicted to CT News

Credit: Gorodenkoff / Shutterstock The Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA) continues to sound the alarm on ongoing issues with the Office of Health Strategy’s (OHS) cost growth benchmark process and recent policy recommendations, citing data inconsistencies, financial strain and neglected advice from medical professionals. Earlier this week, they wrote a letter to lawmakers on the Public …

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