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Examination in a doctor's office. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Health Insurance Providers Propose Double-Digit Rate Hike For Californians

Many Anthem Blue Cross customers could see their rates jump an average of 18 percent in February, under a proposal by the state’s largest for-profit health insurer. Other insurers are also proposing rate hikes.

2012/11/30

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Gilroy Blue Shield Customer Sues Over Company’s Coverage Change

According to the class action lawsuit, Blue Shield is forcing customers to either pay higher premiums or switch to a worse policy.

2012/06/13

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Blue Shield Freezes San Francisco Public Employee Premiums

Blue Shield has entered an agreement with the city of San Francisco that will keep insurance premiums for current and retired city employees at their current levels for at least a year, officials said Wednesday.

KCBS–2011/03/03

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Higher California Health Care Premiums Around The Corner

Many insurance companies plan to increase their premiums ahead of state and federal reforms that take effect with the new year.

KCBS–2010/12/09

Proposed CA Bill Would Force Better Health Insurance Rate Disclosure

A new insurance company disclosure bill is headed to the governor’s desk, and if he signs it, health insurance companies would be required to provide more information when they intend to raise premiums.

2010/09/01

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