Are private health insurers trying to move Australia to a US-style model?
Private health insurers in Australia are expanding into general practitioner clinics and telehealth services, raising concerns about a shift towards a US-style managed care model and prompting calls for increased oversight.
Honorary cuts in psychotherapy: 'We will resist with all our might'
Therapists and students demonstrate in Munich against planned cuts in psychotherapy fees by health insurers.
As the scooter season begins, insurers report the first injuries
A report by 'Lietuvos draudimas' highlights an uptick in injuries associated with electric scooters as their popularity rises, with nearly 200 cases recorded last year.
Insurers with Record Profit. But a Quiet Price War is Beginning in OC
Poland's insurance industry has reported record profits in 2025, amidst a growing price war in the OC sector.
A Calm Year for Insurers. A Price War is Brewing in the Motor Insurance Segment
The article discusses the financial performance of the insurance industry in Poland in 2025, noting significant profit increases and the impact of various factors on this growth.
Municipal Guard Wants Data on Offenders from Insurers. Important Ruling
A recent ruling by the Supreme Administrative Court in Poland allows municipal guards to demand personal data from insurance companies regarding traffic offenders.
The state lost a lawsuit against Union and Dôvera over the payment of a million-euro drug. Treatment is moving further away from patients.
Slovakia's Ministry of Health has lost a court case against private health insurers Union and Dôvera regarding the coverage of a costly drug, Zolgensma, for patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).
Insurers begin to offer coverage for artificial intelligence errors
Insurance companies are now offering specific policies that cover errors made by artificial intelligence systems, adapting to the technology's increasing autonomy.
Insurers: Compensation Payments for Cars Damaged by Potholes Are Increasing Each Year
Insurers in Latvia report a growing trend in compensation payments for car damages caused by potholes, attributed to the rise in vehicles covered by KASKO insurance.
Domestic Insurers' Marine Insurance Exposure Reaches 1.7 Trillion Won... Authorities Assess Risks Amid 'Hormuz Blockade'
Domestic marine insurance exposure amid the Hormuz Strait blockade has reached approximately 1.7 trillion won, leading financial authorities to assess risks in the insurance sector.
Which are the 10 health insurers that the Government has terminated now
The Argentine government has terminated the registration of ten private medical insurers due to irregularities in their compliance with health regulations.
Privacy watchdog ‘monitoring’ U.S. auto insurance phone tracking lawsuit
Canada’s privacy commissioner is keeping an eye on a U.S. lawsuit against auto insurers over allegations of misuse of driver data collected from smartphones.
Hong Kong marine insurers gain edge over London with cheaper war-risk cover
Hong Kong marine insurers are positioning themselves to challenge London's marine insurance dominance by offering more affordable war-risk coverage amidst rising Middle East tensions.
Iran War: Shipowners and Insurers Skeptical of Trump's Hormuz Plan
Shipowners and insurers express doubts about President Trump's initiative to break Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz through government insurance and military escorts.
Insurers Warn: This Year It Is Dangerous Even on Major Highways
Insurers in Lithuania have warned that the risk of accidents, particularly due to potholes, is significantly higher this spring compared to past years.
Hormuz Strait becomes a naval battleground that worries the oil market
The Iranian government has closed the Hormuz Strait, threatening vessels and impacting maritime transport firms and insurers, raising concerns over oil market stability.
Latvian Insurers Have Received About 100 Requests for Compensation for Losses in the Middle East
Latvian insurers have reported receiving around 100 requests for loss compensation linked to the conflict in the Middle East, totaling nearly €100,000 reserved for payouts.
Insurers React to the War: Clients Receive Free Policy Extensions
Polish insurers are extending policies for clients stranded abroad due to the recent war in the Middle East.
Ships in the Persian Gulf: Suddenly Without Insurance
Following the outbreak of war in the Persian Gulf, insurers have begun to cancel ship policies, stranding numerous vessels in a hazardous area amid disrupted satellite navigation.
Insurers Respond to War: Attacks on Tankers Will Increase Oil Transport Costs
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is driving up insurance premiums and impacting the availability of policies for oil transport.
Maritime insurers cancel war risk cover in Gulf as Iran conflict disrupts shipping
Leading maritime insurers have cancelled war risk coverage for vessels in the Gulf due to the escalating conflict with Iran, disrupting shipping routes and increasing freight costs.
Supertankers Stuck in the Strait of Hormuz. Insurers are Withdrawing Policies
Super tankers are stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, leading insurers to withdraw their policies due to the escalating security concerns in the region.
Insurers extend travel insurance for clients who are in the Middle East
Insurers in the Czech Republic are extending travel insurance for their clients currently in the Middle East amid ongoing regional tensions.
Insurers will cancel policies and increase prices for ships in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz
Insurers have announced the cancellation of policies and a significant price increase for maritime insurance in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz following recent U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Collaboration between Private Insurers and the National Health System Freezes
The Greek Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiadis, announced that discussions on integrating private insurers with the National Health System (ESY) have stalled and may not be realized during his current term.
Violence by 'El Mencho' takes a toll on insurers: 631 vehicles stolen during narco-blockades
Following violent protests over the killing of CJNG leader 'El Mencho', 631 vehicles were reported stolen across Mexico, with Jalisco being the most affected state.
The most important climate insurance is not drawn with insurance companies
Experts argue that the most crucial climate insurance comes from robust regulatory planning rather than from insurers.
Drivers counting damages in the thousands after hitting potholes: here's how to claim compensation from insurers and municipalities
Drivers in Lithuania are struggling with damages caused by potholes and are seeking guidance on claiming compensation from insurers and local authorities.
Pharmacies warn of possible shortages of medications: alert about late payments
Pharmacies in Argentina are warning of potential medication shortages due to delays in payments from health insurers and pre-paid plans.
F.A.Z Exclusive: Patients and Care Workers Must Wait Longer for Improvement
German hospitals are willing to give up unverified takeover of nursing salaries by health insurers, but the Health Ministry rejects proposed reforms.
Floods: How to get compensated in case of recognized natural disaster?
The French government is expediting insurance compensation for flood damages as severe weather continues, especially in the West, with specific rules and timeframes applied by insurers.
Private health customers stung as exclusions rise along with premiums
Private health insurance customers in Australia face significant financial burdens due to rising exclusions and increased premiums from insurers like Bupa.
Floods: insurers launch a 'recognition mission' to speed up compensations
Insurers in France have initiated a joint 'recognition mission' to expedite compensation for regions affected by exceptional flooding in the southwest.
Verivox Survey: Car Insurers Have Increased Prices Again
A recent survey shows that car insurance prices have risen again, particularly affecting comprehensive insurance customers in Germany.
Banks, credit card companies, insurers, and prepaid medical services must start issuing electronic invoices
A new regulation mandates banks, credit card issuers, insurers, prepaid medical services, and schools in Argentina to begin issuing electronic invoices from July 2026.
Storm Nils: What You Need to Know to Claim Compensation from Your Insurer
The report discusses the necessary steps for claiming compensation from insurers for damages caused by Storm Nils, which recently impacted France.
Pharma Dialogue: 'This is how health insurers could save four billion euros'
The head of the Pharma Dialogue, Dorothee Brakmann, proposes a plan that could potentially save health insurers four billion euros while highlighting the stagnation in discussions between the pharmaceutical industry, health insurers, and the government.
Respiratory diseases in Mexico: Minors under 15 years are the most vulnerable and 'costly' for insurers
Children under 15 years in Mexico are highlighted as the most vulnerable group to respiratory diseases, particularly during the autumn and winter seasons.
Flood-hit homeowners devastated as insurers refuse to pay out for horror damage
Homeowners affected by floods in Blyth, UK, are facing devastation as insurance companies deny claims for significant damages.
Russian insurers calculated the damage to oil producers caused by Ukrainian attacks
Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy facilities resulted in over 1 trillion rubles in damages to the Russian oil sector in 2025, according to a pro-Kremlin newspaper.
The harsh figures of Ukrainian strikes made public in Russia
A Russian insurance company reports significant losses due to increased compensation claims tied to Ukrainian drone attacks, leading to unsustainable financial pressures on insurers in the country.
Insurers: "We actually no longer play a role"
A German insurance executive warns that the industry is at risk of missing transformative opportunities, similar to Kodak's decline due to reluctance to innovate.
Goldman Sachs attributes the stock market crash of insurers to the agreement between ChatGPT and the Spanish company Tuio
Goldman Sachs reports that the stock market plummet of major insurance companies is linked to Tuio's agreement with OpenAI to provide home insurance quotes directly through ChatGPT.
Insurers: 'We actually no longer play a role'
Insurance managers warn that the industry may be missing crucial changes in business models, similar to Kodak's failure to adapt to digital technology.
New price increases: Citizens are massively changing supplementary insurance
In recent weeks, family medicine clinics have been experiencing increased workloads as citizens reconsider their supplementary health insurance due to changes in HZZO's policies and a shift towards private insurers.
F.A.Z. exclusive: Broad support with Health Minister Warken
German employers, medical associations, health insurers, and nursing groups are largely backing the reform efforts announced by Health Minister Nina Warken, although the potential for real cost savings remains uncertain.
Theodorikakos to insurers: Health insurance premiums can only increase within the limits of inflation
Greek Minister Theodorikakos has stated that health insurance premium increases must align with inflation rates, as the market awaits new data from ELSTAT to guide pricing adjustments.
Climate Crisis and Costs: When Insurers Can No Longer Insure
Insurers are warning that damages from natural disasters continue to rise, leading to a new struggle for climate justice as last year's disasters cost $166 billion, with only $98 billion covered by insurance.
Climate Crisis: 224 Billion US Dollars Destroyed by Natural Disasters
The global cost of natural disasters dropped to 224 billion US dollars in 2025, largely because no hurricanes hit the United States, but rising climate change costs continue to pressure insurers.
House GOP summons health insurers to Capitol Hill as Obamacare battle escalates
The House GOP is calling health insurance companies to Capitol Hill for hearings regarding the rising costs of healthcare in the U.S., amid the ongoing debate over Obamacare.