health insurance

Published
August 21, 2022

How to protect yourself against unexpected medical bills, insurance denials

The system can be a nightmare to navigate. Here's some advice on how to do it.
Published
August 21, 2022

Hidden charges, denied claims: Medical bills leave patients confused, frustrated, helpless

'Facility fees' – charges assessed simply for having a procedure done in a hospital – are increasingly contributing to surprisingly large bills.
Published
August 10, 2022

Oasis Free Clinic expansion will add mental health services, double size

An $833,000 federal grant will help fund the Brunswick facility's expansion, which will fill a big need, the executive director says.
Published
August 4, 2022

Our View: The number of uninsured Americans is at an all-time low. Let’s keep it that way

If Congress doesn't act, then millions of Americans could lose health coverage at the end of the year.
Published
May 8, 2022

Another View: Price dispute shows need for Medicare for all

As Anthem and Maine Medical Center fight over millions, Mainers are spending too much for health care.
Published
May 2, 2022

South Portland medical practice leaving Anthem network over reimbursements

Fore River Urology says the change will go into effect Aug. 1 for those with commercial plans, Sept. 1 for those with Medicare Advantage.
Published
May 1, 2022

The Maine Millennial: U.S. health care coverage is a battle of the robots

Trying to get an insurer to pay for something requires the stamina to outlast the ranks of automated voices and customer service agents.
Published
April 30, 2022

Maine Voices: Insurance payment delays highlight deepening crisis for Maine EMS providers

It seems inconceivable that a call to 911 may go unanswered, but such a nightmare scenario is closer on a daily basis than the public may realize.
Published
April 26, 2022

Anthem president: We’re working to protect health care affordability

The insurer is committed to coming back to the negotiating table, and it hopes MaineHealth will join them, Denise McDonough says.
Published
April 22, 2022

Our View: Anthem not telling the whole story in Maine price dispute

A $136 bag of saline is a sign of a bad system, not price gouging by MaineHealth.