Wellmark raising exchange premiums up to 43 percent in Iowa

John Gregory | May 13, 2016 | Health Exec | Economics

With insurers large and small making decisions whether they’ll offer coverage on health insurance marketplaces in 2017—some choosing to leave and others teasing expansion—the largest provider of individual policies in Iowa is proposing large increases in premiums next year.

To read more about Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield’s justification for the rate increase, click on the link below:

Wellmark plans 38% to 43% increases for some customers

John Gregory, Senior Writer

John joined TriMed in 2016, focusing on healthcare policy and regulation. After graduating from Columbia College Chicago, he worked at FM News Chicago and Rivet News Radio, and worked on the state government and politics beat for the Illinois Radio Network. Outside of work, you may find him adding to his never-ending graphic novel collection.

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Wellmark raising exchange premiums up to 43 percent in Iowa

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