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How some home insurers use aerial imagery to determine coverage
Aerial images of property can wind up costing homeowners when it comes to insurance as some companies use them to determine whether a property is too risky to cover. Almost every building in the United States is being photographed by satellites or drones as part of the industry-funded Geospatial Insurance Consortium that uses aerial imagery to help insurance companies keep…
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Insurance companies use aerial imagery of homes to determine coverage
Some insurance companies use aerial images to determine whether a property is too risky to cover. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains.
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Why car insurance costs are skyrocketing and leading to higher inflation
On a monthly basis, car insurance prices as part of the consumer price index (CPI) rose by an unadjusted 2.7%, pushing the year-over-year increase to 22.2%.
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Biden announces new rule to protect consumers who purchase short-term health insurance plans
President Joe Biden is announcing new steps to protect consumers who buy short-term health insurance plans that critics say amount to junk.
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Car insurance coverage: Here's what to know about what to buy
Your car insurance might not cover what you think it does. News4’s Susan Hogan shares one woman’s story of a cyclist damaging her car, what she had to consider and what you should know.
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What storm damage does homeowners insurance cover?
With all the wind and rain Tuesday, homes are taking a beating. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan explains what homeowners insurance covers.
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As open enrollment begins for Affordable Care Act health insurance marketplace, here's what you need to know for 2024
If you plan to have government health insurance coverage next year, you may be eligible for financial help. These tips can help you sort through your options.
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Many states are expanding their Medicaid programs to provide dental care to their poorest residents
A growing number of states are offering dental care to low-income adults who once had to rely on charity or the emergency room to treat their tooth problems.
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Global warming puts nearly 40 million properties at risk of rising insurance costs, new report says
Major insurers are withdrawing from California and Florida, while companies there and elsewhere are scaling back to guard against the escalating costs of global warming, but the problem is just beginning, according to a new report out on Wednesday.
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Doctors and patients try to shame insurers online to reverse prior authorization denials
Customers are increasingly using social media to air their complaints across all industries, and companies are paying attention
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As pet insurance becomes more popular, pet owners fret about rising prices, denied claims and long waits for reimbursement
Since 2018, the number of insured pets in the U.S. has risen almost 23% a year, on average. Roughly 80% of insured pets are dogs, with cats making up the rest.
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Here's what damage insurance covers after a storm
After Saturday’s destructive storms, many people are now reaching out to their insurance providers, but not all damage will be covered. Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares important reminders to make sure you get the most out of your coverage.
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Are you confronting a big medical bill? Attack it with a plan — and these tips
An enormous medical bill can trigger a wave of panic, but experts say patients should attack the problem with a plan.
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Pumping the brakes on your car insurance bill
News4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares four cost-saving tips to lower your monthly car insurance bill.
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4 ways to save on your home insurance premium
Home insurance premiums are expected to climb this year, but there are some hidden ways to take some control. News4’s Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan shares some saving strategies.
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Millions Who Rely on Medicaid Likely to Lose Coverage as Pandemic Rule Expires
Here’s what to know if you’re among the nearly 15 million people who may lose their insurance.
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There's Still Time to Get Health Insurance Through the Public Exchange — and You May Qualify for Help Paying Premiums
If you don’t have a health plan, you can sign up for one through the federal marketplace until Jan. 15.
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ALS Patients Pushed to Get an Experimental Drug Approved. Now They're Up Against a $158,000 a Year Price Tag
Patients say the eye-popping price tag set by the drugmaker is fueling insurance delays or denials, and sometimes exorbitant out-of-pocket expenses.
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With Holiday Gatherings Ahead, Here's A Guide to Finding Free or Low Cost COVID Tests
As families begin to gather for the holidays, be prepared with low-cost or free COVID-19 tests.