Health plan premiums in the individual market in Minnesota will jump on average 50-percent or more in 2017. MNsure’s Shane Delaney says don’t become too overwhelmed if you see a jump in your monthly premium cost. He says you may qualify for exclusive advanced premium tax credits through MNsure
Commerce Commissioner Mike Rothman says Minnesota’s individual market is suffering because a disproportionate number of people with high cost health problems are buying coverage. In addition, financial safety nets in the federal health law go away next year, so insurers are adjusting.
