Mississippi's Risky Health Plan Move | Jackson News

Mississippi’s Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney is rolling out short-term health plans in 2027 to help folks hit by soaring premiums, offering them for just $200 a month with flexible enrollment—but these plans don’t meet ACA standards and can deny coverage to those with pre-existing conditions. As federal tax credits expired, premiums jumped, and insurers are pulling out or hiking rates, the state’s old risk pool will host these new plans, though it’s unclear if its $22 million assets can keep them affordable. Chaney admits they’re not for major medical needs like surgeries or transplants—and won’t regulate them, leaving consumers to navigate risky coverage on their own. Experts warn these plans could leave people with massive bills and drive up costs for regular ACA plans as healthier folks flock to them. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d1e39b65f8e1806a