Family planning

UnitedHealthcare to Offer Individual and Family Plans on the Health Insurance Marketplace in 26 States for 2024

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

UnitedHealthcare announced its 2024 Individual and Family ACA Marketplace Plans, which feature affordable coverage, convenient access to care and a wide range of benefits in 26 states.

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  • UnitedHealthcare announced its 2024 Individual and Family ACA Marketplace Plans, which feature affordable coverage, convenient access to care and a wide range of benefits in 26 states.
  • In 2023, 90% of UnitedHealthcare Individual and Family ACA Marketplace plan members are receiving a subsidy to help lower their health insurance premium.iv
    “It is as important as ever for everyone to have access to quality health care coverage,” said Marcus Robinson, CEO, UnitedHealthcare Individual and Family Plans.
  • “We are honored for the opportunity to serve more people in 2024 with affordable, convenient plans and to help expand equitable access to care.”
    $0 unlimited primary and virtual urgent care.
  • In the past four years, UnitedHealthcare has significantly expanded its Individual and Family ACA Marketplace footprint from 11 to 26 states and 177 to 1,032 counties for 2024.iii

On World Contraception Day, Organon Canada Declares Support for Universal Access to Contraception in Canada

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

In recognition of World Contraception Day on September 26, the company is joining a growing number of local organizations advocating for improved and equitable contraceptive access, education, and support for women in Canada and around the world.

Key Points: 
  • In recognition of World Contraception Day on September 26, the company is joining a growing number of local organizations advocating for improved and equitable contraceptive access, education, and support for women in Canada and around the world.
  • "When implemented correctly, universal contraception coverage represents an important step on this journey, and Organon Canada is proud to be adding its voice to the growing movement advocating for universal contraception in Canada."
  • Findings from a recent global report show that access to modern, effective and affordable contraception differs from province to province in Canada.
  • In addition to universal access to contraception, Organon Canada is a firm believer that education, awareness, and resources are key pillars to help reduce unintended pregnancies.

Delta Dental of Tennessee Introduces Enhanced Special Health Care Needs Benefit

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

To help expand access to dental care for individuals with special health care needs, Delta Dental of Tennessee (Delta Dental) is introducing enhanced benefits and a new training program for providers.

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  • To help expand access to dental care for individuals with special health care needs, Delta Dental of Tennessee (Delta Dental) is introducing enhanced benefits and a new training program for providers.
  • Beginning January 1, 2024, children and adults with special health care needs will have access to expanded benefits through the Delta Dental network.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230626218136/en/
    From Left to Right: Adam Germek, Special Olympics of Tennessee; Adam English, Nashville Sounds; Booster; Mike Sweet, Special Olympics of Tennessee Athlete; AJ Lawhorn, Special Olympics of Tennessee Athlete; Marshall Molar; Jaxon Lawhorn, Special Olympics family member; Natalee Kamau, Special Olympics of Tennessee; Phil Wenk, DDS, Delta Dental of Tennessee; Jeff Ballard, Delta Dental of Tennessee; Shirley Lawhorn, Special Olympics family member; and Santiago Allaria, Special Olympics of Tennessee.
  • “Dental care is critically important to overall health, but rarely is a hospital the best place to receive that care.

eHealth Held a Successful Investor & Analyst Day Event in New York City

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Monday, May 22, 2023

SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- eHealth, Inc. (Nasdaq: EHTH) (eHealth.com), a leading private online health insurance marketplace, hosted an Investor & Analyst Day event on Thursday, May 18th, in New York City. Company executives presented on eHealth's strategic direction, operational progress, and financial outlook. The company also hosted a senior executive from CVS Health/Aetna as a guest speaker who discussed the partnership between the two companies, which have a shared goal of delivering the best possible customer experience.

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  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- eHealth, Inc. (Nasdaq: EHTH) ( eHealth.com ), a leading private online health insurance marketplace, hosted an Investor & Analyst Day event on Thursday, May 18th, in New York City.
  • "Thursday's Investor & Analyst Day marks an important milestone in eHealth's transformational journey," said eHealth CEO Fran Soistman.
  • The leadership team assembled and featured at Investor & Analyst Day is uniquely qualified and motivated to lead our company, and fully committed to our mission and vision.
  • At the Investor & Analyst Day event, eHealth provided intermediate financial targets through 2025 including:
    Additional detailed presentations were made during eHealth's Investor & Analyst Day event by Michelle Barbeau, eHealth's Chief Marketing Officer; Roman Rariy, eHealth's Chief Operating Officer; Ketan Barbaria, eHealth's Chief Digital Officer; Gregg Ratkovic, eHealth's Chief Business Officer; and John Stelben, eHealth's Chief Financial Officer.

Life Milestones Lead to Financial Stress for Majority of Americans, Outweighs Emotional Stress

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Most Americans will celebrate a major life milestone in the next year, and it’s no surprise that marking those moments can come with some emotional stress.

Key Points: 
  • Most Americans will celebrate a major life milestone in the next year, and it’s no surprise that marking those moments can come with some emotional stress.
  • Increased financial flexibility, including more payment options, would enhance these milestones, which for the year ahead include celebrating a wedding anniversary (18%) and purchasing a new home (15%).
  • For the more than 3 in 4 Gen Z consumers who anticipate a major life event this year, 42% will move into a new apartment, 16% are starting college, and 11% are getting married.
  • “Predictable, low interest monthly payment options, such as installment financing, can help remove financial stress and enable people to more readily enjoy life’s key moments.

DPR Construction Raises the Bar for Craft Employee Benefits

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DPR Construction, one of the nation's top technical builders, today announced that it has enhanced benefits for eligible craft employees. The new, industry-leading package is based on direct input from craft employees at all levels and includes paid leave for a variety of circumstances, a free GED program and reimbursement for education expenses among others.

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  • REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DPR Construction , one of the nation's top technical builders, today announced that it has enhanced benefits for eligible craft employees.
  • DPR's craft benefits program helps the firm's more than 5,000 employees in the skilled trades prioritize health and wellbeing and provides resources to plan for the future.
  • In addition to traditional benefits, like health and life insurance, augmented offerings (which vary depending on tenure and union affiliation) include but are not limited to:
    Holiday Pay.
  • Eligible DPR craft employees will receive at least five days of holiday pay beginning at one year of service, increasing to eight days after five years.

UnitedHealthcare Expands Its Individual and Family Plan Footprint in the Health Insurance Marketplace - Offering Affordable Benefits in 22 States for 2023

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

UnitedHealthcare today announced its 2023 Individual and Family Plans in the Health Insurance Marketplace, which will feature affordable coverage, a wide range of benefits, and a simple service experience in 22 states.

Key Points: 
  • UnitedHealthcare today announced its 2023 Individual and Family Plans in the Health Insurance Marketplace, which will feature affordable coverage, a wide range of benefits, and a simple service experience in 22 states.
  • Everyone should have access to quality affordable health care coverage, particularly now as many Americans are working hard to keep their costs down, said Marcus Robinson, senior vice president, UnitedHealthcare Individual and Family Plans.
  • Highlights of 2023 UnitedHealthcare Individual and Family plans includei:
    $0 unlimited virtual urgent care.
  • The company also provides health benefits and delivers care to people through owned and operated health care facilities in South America.

World Contraception Day - With 48% of pregnancies being unintentional, let’s talk about contraception options

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Monday, September 26, 2022

This means too few women and girls do not know enough about the options available.

Key Points: 
  • This means too few women and girls do not know enough about the options available.
  • We are offering a podcast to help women and young women to learn about contraception options available and how to discuss the matter with a physician.
  • For World Contraception Day, the SOGC also came up with a specific set of solutions gathered in one location: www.sogc.org/contraception .
  • On this September 26th, World Contraception Day is an opportunity to recognize that millions of women and girls need more education, better availability for contraception options, and better cooperation from men.

Organon Canada reinforces the need to raise awareness and access for contraception methods with nearly half of pregnancies unplanned

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Monday, September 26, 2022

Organon is proud to support the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) to reinforce the importance of education and awareness in reducing unplanned pregnancies in Canada through roundtable discussions.

Key Points: 
  • Organon is proud to support the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) to reinforce the importance of education and awareness in reducing unplanned pregnancies in Canada through roundtable discussions.
  • Nearly half of all pregnancies in Canada are unintended1 and UIP is a public health and reproductive health concern worldwide2.
  • A recent survey* funded by Organon Canada showed 48 per cent of 18-40 years old women in Canada would be financially impacted by an unintended pregnancy.
  • "Women who experience unplanned pregnancies are at high risk for many health factors, which can have overwhelming and negative impacts.

With 48% of pregnancies being unintentional, let’s talk about contraception options

Retrieved on: 
Saturday, September 24, 2022

This means too few women and girls do not know enough about the options available.

Key Points: 
  • This means too few women and girls do not know enough about the options available.
  • We are offering a podcast to help women and young women to learn about contraception options available and how to discuss the matter with a physician.
  • For World Contraception Day, the SOGC also came up with a specific set of solutions gathered in one location: www.sogc.org/contraception .
  • On this September 26th, World Contraception Day is an opportunity to recognize that millions of women and girls need more education, better availability for contraception options, and better cooperation from men.