The state's insurance commissioner signed off on increases of 6.9% to 21.6% for nine insurers offering small business health plans.
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October 20, 2026
Lawmakers Warn H.R. 1 Cuts Threaten Health CoverageFederal health spending reductions could impact over 200,000 residents across Washington state.
October 5, 2026
Providence and MultiCare Settled Spine Surgery LawsuitsThe health systems agreed to pay $155.5 million to resolve allegations of unnecessary spine surgeries.
September 30, 2026
Judge Denied Sono Bello Motion to Dismiss LawsuitA federal judge ruled that a lawsuit alleging data privacy violations against the company may proceed in court.
September 22, 2026
PeaceHealth Will Terminate 150 IT Workers in NovemberThe healthcare provider will cut 150 IT and analytics positions in Washington this November.
