Insurance companies are fining hospitals for out-of-network care, arguing that federal changes are costing them more money. A new bill aims to stop those fines and protect consumers.

Might be a scam, says a senator investigating the issue. Sen. Jay Rockefeller, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, wants answers at a hearing Tuesday from the chief ...

Starting Sept. 1, Summa Health will stop scheduling appointments for non-emergency patients who have out-of-network insurance plans. Exceptions include emergency services and emergency labor and ...

Contract showdowns between hospital systems and health insurers are happening more often, and patients are caught in the middle. In recent months, disputes over expiring contracts have led to tens of ...

Last winter, Amber Wingler started getting a series of increasingly urgent messages from her local hospital in Columbia, Missouri, letting her know her family’s health care might soon be upended. MU ...

A network refers to a collection of health care professionals and facilities that contract with a health insurance company to ...

Health providers, hospital administrators and legislators speak out against a proposal by Gov. Ned Lamont to cap out-of-network costs for patients. Credit: Katy Golvala / CT Mirror A proposal by Gov.

Executive SummaryThere is no more controversial issue in the outpatient market today than out-of-network billing. It is important to understand the risks as well as the benefits for your ambulatory ...

We analyzed nearly 720 health insurance costs from eight insurers, reviewed complaints, customer satisfaction, metal tiers and the types of plans offered in the marketplace. See our top picks below to ...