GLP1s weight-loss drugs may soon be covered by health insurance under new Washington court ruling

A blanket refusal to cover weight-loss medication like GLP-1s is no longer allowed under Washington state law, an appeals ...

Washington Just Became The First State To Pay Long-Term Care Benefits—Here’s How It Works

WA Cares Fund, a public long-term care insurance program, is opening applications statewide for Washington State residents in ...
KING5

Open enrollment: Anyone who lives in Washington state is eligible for health and dental insurance

SEATTLE — Open enrollment to buy health and dental insurance through Washington Healthplanfinder started on Nov. 1 and will run through Jan. 15. The coverage options are available to anyone living in ...
MyNorthwest

Washington health insurance enrollment hits record decline

Washington saw a nearly 13% decline in health insurance enrollment this year, marking the largest drop since the state’s ...
KHQ

Washington health insurance rates may rise an average 21% in 2026, impacting many

OLYMPIA, Wash. – The Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner announced 14 health insurers in Washington requested an average rate increase of 21.2% for the 2026 Individual Health ...
The Columbian

Southwest Washington leads state in premiums for qualified health plans and Medicaid

The average gross premium for qualified health plan coverage and Medicaid in Washington’s 3rd Congressional District is the ...
KUOW

Washington offered state Medicaid to undocumented adults. Thousands still don't have coverage

Washington state has extended new health insurance options to undocumented immigrants, but thousands of people who are eligible are still waiting for coverage. In June, Washington began offering Apple ...
KHQ

Washington health insurance rates to rise 21% in 2026

OLYMPIA, Wash. – Washingtonians using the state's Exchange for individual health insurance will see an average rate increase of 21% in 2026. The Washington Health Benefit Exchange Board will review ...
The Spokesman-Review

Washington health insurance premiums to soar in 2026 amid rising costs and expiring tax credits

Health insurance premiums are set to increase across the board next year in Washington. Both plans purchased on the Affordable Care Act exchange and employer-provided insurance will become more ...