Insurance

Arkansas House Approves 'Private-Option' Plan 77-23

by Michael Stratford, The Associated Press – 1 month ago
Arkansas House Approves 'Private-Option' Plan 77-23
The state Senate already approved a bill setting up the program but has not yet reached the three-fourths majority needed to OK the attached budget bill.

A plan for Arkansas to use federal Medicaid funds to buy private insurance for low-income residents has cleared its final hurdle in the state House. House members voted 77-23 Tuesday morning after a half-hour debate. Includes roll call.
read more >

Arkansas Legislature Approves Medicaid Expansion Alternative

4 weeks ago

Arkansas' plan to use federal money to buy private insurance for low-income residents won final approval from state lawmakers Wednesday.
read more >

Study: Health Law Will Raise Claim Costs in Arkansas

2 months ago

A study by the Society of Actuaries estimates that the new federal health care law will raise medical claims costs in Arkansas by 40.9 percent.
read more >

Market Update

DOW 15,354.40 +121.18
NASDAQ 3462.61 +23.82
S&P 500 1667.47 +17.00
Enter a stock symbol

Mortgage Calculator

Enter Desired Loan Amount $
Interest Rate
Years
Your monthly payment is: $

More Insurance News

Dynamics of Health Debate Change in Arkansas (AP Analysis)

5 days ago

For the past three years, they've been the three dirtiest words in Arkansas politics. But the Affordable Care Act may get an image rehabilitation in time for next year's election. read more >

Contrary Wisdom on Meetings (Barry Goldberg On Leadership)

5 days ago

Barry Goldberg offers seven tips on getting the most out of your business meetings. read more >

It's Not What You Know, It's Who Knows You (Gwen Moritz Editor's Note)

5 days ago

Hard work, education and a can-do spirit are still requirements for good employment, but some big feet to stick through that door help too. read more >

Bill Halter, Mike Ross Trade Jabs Over Health Care

2 weeks ago

Bill Halter on Friday criticized Democratic rival Mike Ross and the Republican candidates for Arkansas governor for opposing the federal health care law, saying their stances would have prevented the state from providing insurance to thousands of low-income residents. read more >

At Clinton School in Little Rock, Nancy Pelosi Defends Federal Health Care

2 weeks ago

U.S. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi defended passage of the federal health care overhaul Thursday during a visit to Arkansas. read more >

Arkansas Prepares to Launch Medicaid Inspector General Office

3 weeks ago

As Arkansas moves forward with a plan to offer subsidized health insurance to thousands of low-income residents, it is preparing to reorganize its Medicaid program to create a new office that would investigate fraud and waste complaints. read more >

Get Tickets to See Dale Dawson at Arkansas Business 40 Under 40 Event

3 weeks ago

Dale Dawson, an investment banker and entrepreneur who founded Bridge2Rwanda, will be the keynote speaker at this year's Arkansas Business 40 Under 40 luncheon June 14 at the Marriott Hotel in downtown Little Rock. read more >

Maverick USA, JB Hunt Lead Trucking Performance

3 weeks ago

2012 proved to be a mixed year for trucking revenue in Arkansas, though three standout performers — two good, one not so much — blew by their peers on the list of the largest trucking companies doing business in the state. read more >

Arkansas Still Ranks Low in Commuting Time

3 weeks ago

Arkansas workers don't spend as much time getting to and from work as do most other states. read more >

The Problem With Campaign Promises (Editorial)

3 weeks ago

Campaign promises often can't be kept, and sometimes shouldn't be. And elected representatives need to feel free to change their minds if conditions change, as they clearly did with the Medicaid private option. read more >

More Insurance News>