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Will CA Regulators Protect Anthem And Cigna Or Consumers?

Submitted by Eddie Barrera on Fri, 03/04/2016 - 16:02
Considering Anthem and Cigna's past behavior, California consumers better prepare themselves for the worst if state regulators don't do the right thing on their proposed merger. 
 

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CA Senator Kills Health Insurance Regulation, Now Look - Unreasonable Rates

Submitted by Eddie Barrera on Thu, 01/28/2016 - 09:49
Only a politician would promise to protect consumers from a problem he caused.  
 

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One Chance for CA Regulators to End Outrageous Aetna Premium Hikes

Submitted by Eddie Barrera on Mon, 01/11/2016 - 11:45
California health plan regulators have a rare opportunity to protect consumers from excessive and unjustified premium hikes by one of the worst offenders in the state. But will they use that power? 
 

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As Covered California Enrollment Continues, Don't Get Scrooged

Submitted by Eddie Barrera on Wed, 12/16/2015 - 15:40
Consumers are currently in the process of enrolling in new health coverage or switching plans for 2016, so Consumer Watchdog has offered tips to help avoid pitfalls and urged them to report any problems to Consumer Watchdog on the group’s consumer complaint page by clicking on this link.
 
Top challenges to look out for: 
 

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State Agency Deal Shortchanges Blue Shield Customers

Submitted by Eddie Barrera on Wed, 11/04/2015 - 10:34
If a health insurer misrepresents a policy's network of providers and hospitals, shouldn't consumers be protected by state regulators overseeing the insurance company? 
 

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Protected by the Government, Utilities and Insurance Companies Reap Profits

Submitted by Eddie Barrera on Mon, 10/26/2015 - 14:40
Civic engagement is easy if your sources of revenue and profit are protected by the government.
 

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