Building Bridges in Healthcare and Insurance: How Collaboration Lowers Costs and Improves Care

Healthcare and Insurance

Sharing Expertise for Better Coverage and Outcomes Healthcare and insurance are deeply connected—both fields thrive on teamwork. When doctors, nurses, insurers, and pharmacists align their efforts, patients benefit from smoother care and fewer financial surprises. By combining clinical expertise with insurance knowledge, professionals create a system focused on cost-effective, high-quality outcomes. Insurance providers play a key role here. Whether connecting patients with in-network specialists or ensuring treatments align with coverage plans, collaboration helps avoid unexpected bills. Imagine a collaborating doctor working with insurers to pre-approve a surgery or medication. This…

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Crashes, Claims, and Calm Driving—Lessons from Tesla and Cadillac Owners

Driving patterns

Tesla Drivers See Spike in Incidents New data from Lending Tree paired with other research sources provides a deeper look into Tesla drivers and their driving patterns. The findings raise pressing questions about driver behavior, advanced vehicle technology, and their collective impact on road safety. Lending Tree’s analysis shows that Tesla owners reported an average of 37 incidents—accidents, speeding tickets, DUIs, and more—per 1,000 drivers in 2024. That’s a rise from 31 in 2023, suggesting that factors like increased Tesla ownership, overconfidence in vehicle technology, or regional driving dynamics might…

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How New York’s Insurance Law Is Setting a Precedent for the Nation

New York's Insurance Law

New York Introduces Stand-Alone Business Interruption Insurance Law New York has taken a bold step to support businesses in managing unforeseen disruptions with the introduction of a stand-alone business interruption insurance law, effective the later part of 2024. This groundbreaking legislation expands coverage options beyond traditional policies, offering businesses more flexibility and security. What is Stand-Alone Business Interruption Insurance? Stand-alone business interruption insurance is a specialized policy designed to cover financial losses resulting from business closures, even when there is no direct physical damage to the property. Unlike conventional business…

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Auto Theft in Michigan Breaks Records—The New Plan to Reverse the Trend

Auto Theft in Michigan breaks records

Michigan Strengthens Fight Against Auto Theft with Expanded Task Force Michigan is taking a decisive stand against the surge in auto theft, transforming its Auto Insurance Fraud Unit into the newly-expanded Auto Fraud Task Force (AFTF). Spearheaded by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, this initiative comes in response to alarming state-wide trends in vehicle theft, which have risen by 48.4% over the last five years. Auto Theft in Michigan Reaches Record Numbers Residents across Michigan have felt the effects of climbing auto theft rates. Recent data reveals that the number…

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Governor Newsom Backs Bill to Prioritize Homeowners Benefiting from Insurance Payout Interest

Governor Newsom’s proposed bill regarding insurance payouts

When disaster strikes, recovery often feels like an uphill battle for homeowners. For Californians impacted by the devastating Palisades and Eaton fires, a new piece of legislation proposed by Governor Gavin Newsom could help alleviate some financial burdens. The proposed bill, authored by Assemblymember John Harabedian (D-Pasadena), aims to ensure that homeowners—not lenders—benefit from the interest accrued on insurance payouts for homes destroyed or damaged during disasters. Understanding the Proposed California Insurance Bill Governor Newsom’s proposed bill addresses a gap in California law that currently allows lenders to collect interest…

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Rising Car Insurance Rates in 2025: Why Wisconsin Is Bucking the Trend

Car Insurance Rates in 2025

Car insurance rates are climbing steadily across the United States, with most policyholders seeing their premiums rise again in 2025. While this trend isn’t new—rates have been increasing since 2022—Wisconsin drivers may find some relief compared to the rest of the nation. A recent study by insurance platform Insurify predicts that Wisconsin’s rate hike will be significantly smaller than most states, offering residents a bit of a silver lining amidst this nationwide trend. Wisconsin Car Insurance Rates vs. the National Average According to Insurify’s projections, the average annual cost of…

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Wildfire Survivors Get a Lifeline as California Pushes for Full Coverage Payments

Wildfire Survivors in California

California Insurance Commissioner Calls on Insurers to Ease Wildfire Survivors’ Burdens A Compassionate Plea for Full Coverage Without Detailed Inventories California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara is taking a strong stance to support survivors of recent wildfires in Southern California. Recognizing the emotional and logistical toll of losing a home, Lara has issued a Notice urging residential property insurance companies to provide full contents coverage limits without requiring policyholders to compile exhaustive inventories of their destroyed belongings. “It is inhumane to require wildfire survivors who have lost everything to list every…

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