US expands Medicare: insurance will now cover more when caring for the seriously ill

The federal agency that administers Medicare, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is finally recognizing what people have known for thousands of years: family members are the backbone of care for frail old and young people with disabilities. Therefore, the agency is taking important steps to…

Insurance companies refuse to work in Florida: there are too many natural disasters

Florida is no stranger to extreme weather events, and the people of the state have always taken this fact into account when insuring their homes. But as climate change exacerbates the frequency and severity of droughts, floods, tornadoes and hurricanes in the US, the reality Floridians and insurers are facing…

Florida wants to introduce a 'hurricane tax' and increase the cost of home insurance

Millions of homeowners in Florida could see their already skyrocketing insurance costs rise even further. The council overseeing state-owned Citizens, which is the largest home insurer in Florida, voted on March 29 to raise the rate by 14%,…

Many do not even suspect: 10 unexpected things that home insurance covers

Most people realize that their insurance will cover the cost of damage if a tree falls on the roof or a fire breaks out in the garage. However, many insurances cover a range of other losses. Writes about this Money Talks News. Of course, it goes without saying that everyone ...

Does your health insurance cover COVID-19

Most Americans who have been diagnosed with coronavirus are on home treatment. But 15% of patients need hospitalization, and this will require a lot of money. And although many insurance companies do pay for these costs, it is important to know all the nuances in order to avoid unpleasant surprises, writes ...

Auto insurers will return hundreds of millions of dollars to Americans because of coronavirus

Insurance companies Allstate and American Family Insurance have made discounts on car insurance premiums and are refunding some of the money as many drivers do not use their cars, largely due to quarantines aimed at slowing the spread of the coronavirus. Fox News writes about it. ...

How to insure home and property from floods in the US

The hurricane Dorian approaching the US has made many Americans think about what will happen if they have to survive catastrophic floods, and how to pay for the damage caused by the disaster. Can I get flood insurance? Unfortunately, homeowner insurance will not be able to cover any losses ...

How can I get money paid for a college in the USA

College fees can be one of the biggest financial commitments you make. In this regard, many families are faced with a dilemma: whether to buy insurance to protect their investments or not. Considering that the average cost of tuition, fees, accommodation ...

A girl from Texas received a bill for $ 17850 for a simple medical test.

In March 2017, a patient from Texas, 28-year-old Elizabeth Moreno, underwent back surgery, after which she received a bill for $ 17 for a urine test, which she passed in January 850, writes NPR. Student at Texas State University in San Marcos ...

4,7 million people signed up for Obamacare

To date, about 4,7 million people have signed up for Obamacare health insurance in the federal market HealthCare.gov. The registration deadline is scheduled for Friday, authorities said, NBC News reported. It is still not clear if more than 9,2 million people will register for Obamacare, as it was ...

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