AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMedicare Drug Coverage Shock: Tens of thousands of Wellcare members with “$0 premium” Medicare drug plans saw coverage end after missed premiums, leaving them exposed to high out-of-pocket drug costs until enrollment opens again. Travel & Auto Insurance Practicalities: UK travel insurers urge holidaymakers to take a photo of packed luggage before closing suitcases to speed claims for lost or stolen items; in Ireland, motorists complain a speed camera’s placement is driving penalty points that can raise insurance costs. Health Insurance Cost Controls Under Fire: A report highlights how copay assistance can be diverted by “copay accumulator” programs, forcing patients to pay more until they hit plan cost-sharing limits. Cancer & Mortgage Protection Rules: Ireland’s “Right to Be Forgotten” law passed, requiring insurers to disregard certain cancer histories for mortgage protection after a reduced remission period. Cyber Risk for Insurers: AssuranceAmerica disclosed a breach affecting nearly 7M people, including driver’s license and auto insurance details, with class-action discussions underway. Market & Policy Watch: India’s E20 biofuel rollout sparks consumer complaints about vehicle performance and higher servicing costs, while EPFO’s new online EPF transfer options aim to reduce paperwork for retirement savings.
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