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Regence Rate Increase Sets the Stage for More Consumer Involvement

Administrator Teresa Miller is determined to get a better handle on the underlying costs of healthcare and give people a window into rate decisions
July 20, 2011 -- It’s no surprise that officials at Regence BlueCross BlueShield are disappointed after the Insurance Division turned down its 22.1 percent rate increase yesterday, giving them a 12.8 percent hike instead. Read More >>

OSPIRG Earns Grant to Review Rates

Oregon officials want better consumer reviews of proposed insurance premiums
November 10, 2010 -- The consumer advocacy group OSPIRG has been awarded a $100,000 grant to provide in-depth analysis to the Oregon Insurance Division about health insurance rate increases. Read More >>

Oregon to Look at Single-Payer Bill Next Session

Advocates for a dedicated tax to pay for basic health coverage want to introduce a single-payer bill next session
August 25, 2010 -- A loose coalition of single-payer advocates in Oregon has taken the first steps toward developing legislation for the 2011 session Read More >>

Technology Could Save $200 Million in Healthcare

Those savings shouldn’t end up paying for a fancy fountain in a hospital lobby, says Laura Etherton
August 4, 2010 -- Imagine saving between $100-200 million a year in healthcare costs by reducing administrative expenses. That’s the estimate calculated by state officials. Read More >>
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