Articles about Health Insurance that may be useful to Massachusetts retirees

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High Deductible Plans No Longer Just An Idea

December 10, 2017
Now Being Offered LocallyFor sometime, we’ve spoken about high deductible plans,” according to Association official Shawn Duhamel. “These are ...Read More - High Deductible Plans No Longer Just An Idea
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Silver Script: Frequently Asked Questions

December 9, 2017
Beginning this past July 1, the GIC’s SilverScript prescription drug program has expanded its enrollment. In addition to OME ...Read More - Silver Script: Frequently Asked Questions
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GIC Embarks on ‘Listening Tour’

December 7, 2017
Commission Seeks Retiree/Employee Input With decision time looming for the selection of insurance carriers, a pharmacy benefits manager ...Read More - GIC Embarks on ‘Listening Tour’
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SOCIAL SECURITY TO INCREASE BY 2%

October 17, 2017
Medicare Part B Also Expected To RiseOctober 17, 2017: It’s now official. Just yesterday the Social Security Administration (SSA ...Read More - SOCIAL SECURITY TO INCREASE BY 2%
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State Budget Deal Struck

July 7, 2017
Healthcare Issues Remain Unresolved JULY 7, 2017: After more than a month of negotiations, House and Senate budget conferees have ...Read More - State Budget Deal Struck
Negotiations Continue Over FY18 State Budget

Negotiations Continue Over FY18 State Budget

July 6, 2017
3% State & Teacher COLA Awaits Final Approval JULY 6, 2017: Mass Retirees officials are closely monitoring developments on ...Read More - Negotiations Continue Over FY18 State Budget
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Retirees Fight For a Voice on Group Insurance Commission

June 21, 2017
Fate Rests With House/Senate Budget ConfereesJUNE 21, 2017: Members who are insured under the state’s Group Insurance Commission ...Read More - Retirees Fight For a Voice on Group Insurance Commission
Senate Approves Major Restructure of State GIC

Senate Approves Major Restructure of State GIC

May 24, 2017
Mass Retirees Gains Commission SeatMAY 24, 2017: Wednesday morning the Massachusetts Senate approved a major restructure of the state’s ...Read More - Senate Approves Major Restructure of State GIC