Individual Market Rates In Washington State To See 13.8 Percent Average Hike

Consumers buying coverage through Washington state's health insurance exchange will see average increases of about 13.8 percent, down 6 percent from the 19.8 proposed rates in the individual market, the Washington Health Benefit Exchange (WHBE) announced last week. The WHBE board certified 40 qualified health plans (QHPs) and six qualified dental plans and further said that plans will be available in every county and 92 percent of consumers will be able to choose among two or more plans. WHBE CEO...