health insurance Archives - Centralmaine.com

Brunswick woman was able to avoid Lyme disease but not a surprise bill

by Lauren Sausser November 20, 2025November 20, 2025

The case shows how prior authorization rules can block coverage for even simple, medically necessary care.

Hundreds of Mainers received a frightening scare just before Halloween.

by Bethany Allen October 26, 2025October 23, 2025

If we lose affordable health insurance, everything will be called into question.

by J. Craig Anderson October 22, 2025October 21, 2025

Maine has the highest rate of uninsured children in New England, according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Insurance companies are scaling back Medicare Advantage offerings and leaving some parts of the state, insurance regulators announced Friday.

People insured by Community Health Options, a Maine-based nonprofit, will see lower fees and better access to services, officials said.

Dozens of people at a public forum Friday explained how proposed health insurance rate hikes could put their families at risk.

Hospitals are already under financial strain. Federal and state policies affecting Maine’s Medicaid program will only add pressure.

by Rose Lundy August 3, 2025August 8, 2025

Two major factors are driving up insurance rates in Maine: rising costs of prescription drugs and little competition in Maine’s market.

If medical offices provided more help navigating our health care system, they might see fewer frustrated patients.