Obamacare

The Affordable Care Act prevents health insurance companies from excluding pre-existing health conditions from coverage, but many states allow them to levy a surcharge against one thing: tobacco … more

If you don't have health insurance, you're not happy with your plan or you just want to look for a better deal, there's good news: The open enrollment period begins soon for the 2016 coverage year. … more

When the Affordable Care Act (also known as "Obamacare") was passed in March 2010, its advocates and political supporters promised a brighter future for millions of uninsured Americans. Now, more … more

In 2010, there were 35.1 million hospital discharges in the United States. About 7.6 percent of Americans had an overnight stay, with the average length being about five days.

A hospital stay can … more

If you didn’t have health insurance coverage in 2014 and have to pay a penalty as a result, the government is giving you a chance to avoid the same fate in 2015.

A health insurance special … more

To live a long and healthy life, it's important for men to have the right treatments and screenings at the right times in their lives.

Fortunately, the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, … more

The last thing you need when you experience a medical crisis is to realize you don't have the health insurance coverage you thought you had.

Yet many Americans aren't as knowledgeable … more

If you have diabetes, it's important to pick the right health insurance plan to help you manage your condition, prevent complications and stay healthy.

"Diabetes is a condition you have to take care … more

About 1 in 5 adults in the United States has a disability -- most commonly arthritis, back problems and heart conditions, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). These disabilities … more

If you bought an Obamacare health plan in 2014, you must choose whether to renew or shop for a new plan by Dec. 15 2014 in order to have coverage by Jan. 1 2015.

Simply renewing your health … more

It's open enrollment time once again for the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare. Millions of Americans will shop for health insurance coverage through online exchanges between now … more

Experts say the Affordable Care Act has changed group health insurance, both for better and for worse.

The ACA, also known as Obamacare, reformed the individual insurance market, but has also made a … more

Did you decide to forgo health insurance and pay the Obamacare penalty? If so, you might want to rethink your decision as the fine rises. 

The Obamacare penalty goes up in set amounts each … more