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State insurance exchange awarded $11.6 million to adjust to Affordable Care Act - Boston.com (blog) KVAL State insurance exchange awarded $11.6 million to adjust to Affordable Care Act Boston.com (blog) By Chelsea Conaboy, Globe Staff Massachusetts will receive $11.6 million from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to move the state's online health insurance marketplace for individuals and small businesses toward compliance under the ... Stingy health insurance plans may be worse than none at allKVAL Panel recommends health insurance exchangeTulsa World Affordable Care Act Makes Contraception Free With Insurance, Causes UproarThe Bottom Line CBS News -Gant Daily -ModernHealthcare.com all 330 news articles » February 22, 2012 8:38 PM State health insurance exchange gets a $26M boost - Minneapolis Star Tribune State health insurance exchange gets a $26M boost Minneapolis Star Tribune Minnesota has received a $26 million federal grant to help build a health insurance exchange, a one-stop marketplace where individuals and small businesses will be able to purchase health coverage among various policies. Feds give MN $26M to develop insurance exchangeMinnesota Public Radio Minnesota gets $26 million grant to create health insurance exchangeMedCity News all 4 news articles » February 23, 2012 3:58 AM Nebraska lawmakers to tackle cancer insurance bill - CBS News KVNO News Nebraska lawmakers to tackle cancer insurance bill CBS News Insurance companies that cover cancer would have to treat chemotherapy pills the same as medication administered through an IV, under a bill set for a vote as early as Thursday in the Nebraska Legislature. The measure by Omaha Sen. Center for Rural Affairs supports Health Insurance Exchange BillSyracuse Journal-Democrat Nebraska bill seeks to treat oral chemotherapy the same as IV treatment for ...The Republic Capitol: Lawmakers debate healthcare exchangeKVNO News all 37 news articles » February 23, 2012 1:23 AM American Safety Insurance Holdings, Ltd. To Present at NYSSA 2012 Insurance ... - SunHerald.com American Safety Insurance Holdings, Ltd. To Present at NYSSA 2012 Insurance ... SunHerald.com HAMILTON, Bermuda -- American Safety Insurance Holdings, Ltd. (NYSE: ASI) announced today that Stephen R. Crim, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Mark W. Haushill, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the New York Society of Security ... American Safety Insurance Holdings, Ltd. Provides Outlook on Fourth Quarter ...Business Wire (press release) Best Affirms American Safety Insurance Holdings and Subs RatingsInsurance Journal all 46 news articles » February 22, 2012 10:47 PM Committee calls for Okla. insurance exchange - CBS News Committee calls for Okla. insurance exchange CBS News (AP) OKLAHOMA CITY — A legislative committee recommended Wednesday that Oklahoma create its own health insurance exchange so the federal government doesn't establish one for it instead. Rep. Glen Mulready, R-Tulsa, said the exchange is a proactive ... and more » February 23, 2012 1:41 AM Pa., N.J. get insurance exchange planning grants - Philadelphia Inquirer Pa., N.J. get insurance exchange planning grants Philadelphia Inquirer The Obama administration announced Wednesday grants of $33.8 million to Pennsylvania and $7.7 million to New Jersey to move to the next level of planning for state-run insurance exchanges. The so-called establishment grants are a key step in an ongoing ... and more » February 23, 2012 12:56 AM TGA Insurance Managers, Inc. Announces the Hiring of Michael Gallien - MarketWatch (press release) TGA Insurance Managers, Inc. Announces the Hiring of Michael Gallien MarketWatch (press release) SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Feb 22, 2012 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) -- TGA Insurance Managers, Inc. ("TGA"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hallmark Financial Services, Inc., announced today the hiring of Michael Gallien to serve as Product Manager for its Oil ... and more » February 22, 2012 9:21 PM Another 10 states get federal grants totaling $230M for health insurance exchanges - Washington Post Another 10 states get federal grants totaling $230M for health insurance exchanges Washington Post WASHINGTON — Federal officials say another 10 states are getting a total of $230 million to set up new health insurance markets under President Barack Obama's overhaul. Seven of them — Colorado, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, ... and more » February 22, 2012 6:32 PM Company offers insurance for loss in home value - KRMG KRMG Company offers insurance for loss in home value KRMG By Steve Berg Home Value Protection is an Ohi0-based company that just started offering insurance policies in Oklahoma that it says will cover you in the event that your home depreciates. According to Home Value, when it comes time to sell your home, ... Home Value Protection Insurance Rolls Out In OklahomaInsurance News Net (press release) all 3 news articles » February 23, 2012 4:05 AM California health insurers to raise average rates 8% to 14% - Los Angeles Times KGO-TV California health insurers to raise average rates 8% to 14% Los Angeles Times But insurance premiums have kept climbing at a faster pace in California. Insurers defended their rate hikes, saying they are based on their claims experience with the customers they insure and not just the broader rate of medical inflation. Initiative aims to regulate insurance rates in CAKGO-TV all 2 news articles » February 23, 2012 4:09 AM

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Alaska Division of Insurance Seeking New Director Alaska Division of Insurance has launched a search for a new director now that Linda Hall, who ran the division for nine years, is retiring this spring. “I will continue working through the legislative session, will assist with the transition, … February 22, 2012 11:26 PM Poms Names Rossetti Vice President of Employee Benefits in New Mexico Los Angeles, Calif.-based Poms & Associates Insurance Brokers Inc. has named John Rossetti vice president of the employee benefits group in the firm’s Albuquerque, N.M. office. Rossetti was previously an account executive at Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, … February 22, 2012 11:02 PM R.I.-based Affiliated Insurance Managers Appoints Marketing Manager Warwick, R.I.-based agency Affiliated Insurance Managers is expanding its commercial insurance division and appointed industry veteran Heidi Forte to the new position of commercial insurance marketing manager. With over 25 years of experience in the commercial insurance industry, Forte will … February 22, 2012 9:04 PM Pennsylvania Christian College Sues Over Birth Control Regs A Christian college in western Pennsylvania has sued the federal government saying regulations that require employers to offer birth control coverage that includes drugs that abort fertilized embryos are “directly at odds with the religious message it wishes to convey,” … February 22, 2012 8:10 PM AIA’s Snyder Describes Korea Trade Pact as ‘Excellent Model’ The long-awaited implementation of the Free Trade Pact between the Republic of Korea, or South Korea, and the U.S. (KORUS) is scheduled to go into effect on March 15. The date will see the conclusion of negotiations that began in 2006, … February 22, 2012 7:12 PM The Hartford Hires Chartis U.S. Underwriting Chief Tucker Hartford Financial Services Group announced three senior management appointments, including Tom Tucker as chief underwriting officer of commercial markets and head of specialty casualty. He will start his post at The Hartford on February 27. He will report to Doug … February 22, 2012 6:57 PM EU Seeks Legal Opinion on Global Copyright Pact The European Union’s executive said on Wednesday it would refer a disputed global agreement to tackle online piracy to the bloc’s highest court to check whether it complies with EU fundamental rights. The Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement, which also aims to … February 22, 2012 6:46 PM Anti-Piracy Group SOS SaveOurSeafarers Welcomes UK Gov’t. Support SOS SaveOurSeafarers has issued the following statement following a conference in London on Somali piracy, organized by the UK’s Foreign & Commonwealth Office, held at the London headquarters of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Giles Heimann, Chairman of the Group … February 22, 2012 6:16 PM Belgian Gov’t. Names Former FERMA President Dequae to Dexia Board The Government of Belgium has appointed Marie Gemma Dequae, currently a scientific advisor to the Federation of European Risk Management Associations (FERMA) and a past president of the federation, as an independent director of Dexia Bank Belgium and its subsidiary … February 22, 2012 6:03 PM Best Assigns ‘A-’ Ratings to Assurances Mutuelles de France A.M. Best Europe – Rating Services Limited has assigned a financial strength rating of ‘A-’ (Excellent) and issuer credit rating of “a-” to Assurances Mutuelles de France (AM), both with stable outlooks. AM is a mutual reinsurer member of Covéa, … February 22, 2012 6:00 PM

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Home Value Protection Insurance Expands Into Oklahoma Home Value Protection, the only insurance policy in the U.S. that protects homeowners from the devastating impact of declining home prices, becomes available to Oklahoma homeowners this week. February 21, 2012 5:00 AM Nebraska lawmakers to tackle cancer insurance bill Insurance companies that cover cancer would have to treat chemotherapy pills the same as medication administered through an IV, under a bill set for a vote as early as Thursday in the Nebraska Legislature. February 22, 2012 5:01 PM TGA Insurance Managers, Inc. Announces the Hiring of Michael Gallien SAN ANTONIO, Texas -- TGA Insurance Managers, Inc. ("TGA"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hallmark Financial Services, Inc., announced today the hiring of Michael Gallien to serve as Product Manager ... February 22, 2012 1:20 PM Nebraska health insurance plan debate begins The road to Nebraska creating its own health insurance exchange could be a long one, as indicated Tuesday by nearly three hours of testimony before lawmakers. February 22, 2012 8:53 AM What Type of Life Insurance Do I Need? About 11 million U.S. households with children under age 18 had no life insurance coverage as of 2010, according to LIMRA, a worldwide research and consulting organization for the insurance and financial services industry. Overall, less than half of U.S. households had individual life insurance, a 50-year low. February 21, 2012 9:27 AM Markel American Insurance Company Partners with the Cinderella Project MKE WAUKESHA, Wis., Feb. 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel American Insurance Company, a wedding and event insurance provider, will be donating a collection of formal dresses to the Cinderella Project MKE, a ... February 21, 2012 9:01 PM Conn. seeks to recapture role as insurance capital Hartford is trying to recapture its status as the nation's insurance capital by drawing in a specialized insurance business that is finding a home elsewhere. February 21, 2012 7:17 AM Are You a Bigger Insurance Risk Than You Think? You're a good neighbor. You keep your sidewalks clear, your trees trimmed, your dog on the leash, and your pool gate locked--all steps meant to keep your family and friends safe and your insurance costs down. February 22, 2012 12:19 PM Alliant Insurance Services Receives Favorable Ruling in Aon Litigation Alliant Insurance Services, the nation’s largest specialty insurance brokerage firm, today received a favorable ruling by the New York State Supreme Court involving contempt claims filed against it by Aon Corporation. February 21, 2012 12:35 PM comparethemarket.com Welcomes Octagon Insurance to its Insurer Panel LONDON, February 22, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --Price comparison website comparethemarket.com has welcomed Octagon Insurance to its panel of companies offering van insurance.This latest addition to comparethemarket.com ... February 22, 2012 4:30 AM

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Price check: Time to reassess your valuables With commodity prices still rising -- both gold and silver have notched sizable gains this year -- your precious possessions may be due for an insurance upgrade. July 06, 2011 5:53 AM The case against Bambi If you think that deer are the cute woodland creatures of Bambi, think again. In the real world -- to the extent that suburbs like mine are the real world -- deer are pests. May 08, 2011 2:24 PM When to get long-term-care insurance It's not alarmist to think that you'll need long-term care in your lifetime. Among Americans who reach their 65th birthday, 45% will have to pay for some kind of long-term-care services, according to the actuarial firm Milliman. April 29, 2008 6:09 AM Private nurses for common folks You may think of private nurses as a luxury for the ultra-rich, like a butler or personal chauffeur. But hiring in-house medical care has become an increasingly viable option for regular folks too. February 27, 2008 9:22 AM 5 things to know about permanent life insurance 1. It's more coverage than most people need March 16, 2010 12:03 PM The cost of long-term care Some insurance decisions are easy. Take life insurance. You know you need it to replace the income your spouse and kids would lose if you died. Insurers don't have much leeway to dispute claims for death benefits because "deceased" is a pretty definite condition. October 22, 2007 3:10 PM Health costs race past inflation Health insurance premiums in 2007 rose 6.1 percent, the lowest growth rate in eight years but still well above inflation and worker earnings, according to the latest annual survey from the Kaiser Family Foundation. September 11, 2007 9:32 AM Teetering on the edge of insurance Small business owners Gordon and Babette Brennan used to pay as much as $800 a month for health insurance. But the Jupiter, Fla. couple felt like they received little in return: Claims for ordinary pediatrician visits for their son Ryan were denied. Procedures like blood tests weren't covered. Co-pays were $40 a pop. August 31, 2007 11:14 AM If a storm hits, are you covered? The floods and rain in the Midwest continue to cause severe problems there. We spoke with one family whose home was destroyed by a mudslide. August 24, 2007 4:00 PM Bad credit? Insurers will make you pay By now you know that you need to keep tabs on your credit history to make a good impression on lenders, landlords and employers. But did you know that your home and auto insurers are also looking? July 17, 2007 8:33 AM