Maryland Approves Premiums 33% Lower Than Proposed

The Maryland Insurance Administration has approved premiums for the state insurance exchange at levels as much as 33 percent lower than proposed by insurance companies.

For instance, a 21-year-old nonsmoker will have coverage options available through the Maryland Health Connection for as little as $93 per month, according to Maryland Insurance Commissioner Therese Goldsmith. The state used its rate review authority to reduce the premiums requested by insurers

Charts detailing the approved rates and comparisons of sample rates for Maryland are available here.

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