Future of Affordable Care Act in Maryland is uncertain

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland — While President-elect Donald Trump vowed to repeal the Affordable Care Act on the campaign trail, his recent promises to maintain key components of the law have reassured Marylanders, though many still feel the law’s future is questionable.…

Enrollment in Private Health Plans Nearly Doubles This Year

The number of people who signed up for private qualified health plans through the Maryland Health Connection nearly doubled during this year’s enrollment period, numbers released Monday show.

Maryland Health Connection Enrollment Drops Despite Efforts

The number of people who enrolled in health care plans this year through the Maryland Health Connection has dropped by 10.4 percent at this point, despite efforts to increase the number of insured including a larger call center staff, a streamlined website and more public knowledge of the program.

As Second Health Insurance Enrollment Approaches, Advocates Work to Reach Asian Americans

The second enrollment period begins Saturday, but in multicultural Maryland, effectively disseminating information to residents on how to go about signing up for health insurance coverage is a task much easier said than done.

Maryland Health Care Exchange Premium Rates Expected to Increase

When the state exchange opens in November, Marylanders should expect an increase in health care plan premiums for next year.

Republicans Grill Federal Officials Ahead of Second Obamacare Enrollment Period

Two months before the second enrollment period begins to purchase health insurance through the online marketplaces set up by the Affordable Care Act, Congress is asking if it’s going to go more smoothly this year.

Gubernatorial Candidates Weigh in on Maryland Health Insurance Exchange

Maryland’s gubernatorial candidates may not agree on much — with the singular exception of the state’s health insurance exchange. Many running for the state’s highest office called the rollout a “failure,” and most opponents pointed fingers at Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown, who was tasked with implementing the reform.

Retroactive Health Care Insurance Bill Gains Final Approval

Measure allowing retroactive enrollment in state’s high-risk insurance ‘safety net’ awaits Gov. Martin O’Malley’s signature.

Health Insurance and Medical Special Interests Make Significant Contributions to Brown-Ulman Campaign

Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown has received numerous contributions to his campaign from donors in the health care field, including companies with ties to the state’s online health exchange.

Gov. O’Malley Optimistic About State’s Health Care Exchange Progress

Gov. Martin O’Malley was the latest Maryland official to address the lagging performance of the state’s health care exchange.