Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council

Advocating for a healthy and competitive life and health insurance industry for the financial well-being of employers, individuals, and families in Illinois.

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Congratulations to ILHIC member @UnitedHealthGrp on its announcement to eliminate two-thirds of prior authorization requirements for pediatric care!

https://t.co/ReWU8LK0Q5

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

New to Marketplace health insurance and wondering… now what? 🎧

In our newest episode, we sit down with Morgan Winters, Director of @CoveredIllinois , to break it down!

Listen now and learn how to make the most of your coverage.

https://t.co/zsx7C7N1CH

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

@UHC announced plans to reduce prior authorization requirements by 30% by the end of 2026, helping reduce administrative burden and improve access to care for consumers and providers alike! https://t.co/z5LQ0N9mv3

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Molina is investing in maternal health through doula care, education, and support for moms in Illinois—meeting families where they are and helping close critical gaps.

This is what it means to #AmplifyTheGood.
https://t.co/tzWFTwVFur

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Proud to highlight ILHIC member @molinahealth and its impact in Illinois.

Through The MolinaCares Accord, Molina awarded a $55K grant to the Springfield Urban League’s EmpowerHER program, supporting doulas, education, and maternal health resources.

https://t.co/7EfoKHT3sn

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

🪄 When health policy meets a little wizard-level suspense…

Our newest blog, A Policy Who Shall Not Be Named, explores state defrayal and why this quiet ACA provision matters more than most realize.

Read it here: https://t.co/Smjj3cPs6Y
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[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

🚨 Deadline extended!
Illinois residents now have until January 31 to enroll in health insurance on the state’s official marketplace. More time to get covered. Don’t wait. ⏰https://t.co/tl1aYr8JvO

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

ILHIC is excited to name @Aetna as this quarter’s Amplify the Good winner!
Their support of the Chicago Park District, through a $40K CVS Health grant, is helping kids access after-school programs and active-living opportunities.
https://t.co/Siw1VzSlYi
#AmplifyTheGood #ILHIC

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

This Thanksgiving, ILHIC partnered with legislators and local community organizations to donate 100 turkeys to families and seniors across Illinois.
We are grateful for our members and partners who help make meaningful service possible every year.
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[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Every soup has that mystery ingredient 👀. For 2026 premiums, it’s uncertainty. Insurers are adding risk margins to cover the unknown. #PremiumSoup #Insurance #HealthPolicy
📎 Read more: https://t.co/XrFYqrrFaH

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Sometimes it’s the seasoning that changes the whole flavor 🌶️. Policy shifts like expiring premium tax credits and new enrollment rules are reshaping risk pools — and adding pressure to 2026 premiums. #PremiumSoup #HealthInsurance #RiskPools
https://t.co/XrFYqrr7l9

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Behavioral health services and new specialty therapies are essential for millions of Americans — but they also add to the cost of coverage. These trends are playing a big role in 2026 premium increases.
Read More: https://t.co/XrFYqrrFaH

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

🎧 New episode!

We’re celebrating #LifeInsuranceAwarenessMonth with The Department of Insurance!

Host Kate Morthland & Corbin McGhee from @IL_Insurance break down what life insurance really means for you.

Listen here 👉 https://t.co/lskru687hS

#InsuranceMadeSimple

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Soup season is here 🥣 — and just like groceries, health care costs are simmering. Inflation and rising medical costs are key drivers behind 2026 premium increases.
Read More: https://t.co/XrFYqrrFaH

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Fall is here 🍂 and soup season is officially ON 🥣 — but this year, we’re talking about a different kind of soup… 2026 Health Insurance Premium Soup.

All month, we’ll be flipping through the recipe—one ingredient at a time.

https://t.co/XrFYqrr7l9

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

Apple picking 🍎— enjoy some now, save some for pies later. Planning ahead matters.

September = Life Insurance Awareness Month. LIMRA’s research shows how the industry is helping the next gen plan for their future.
Read here:
https://t.co/oeaCsmqaB8

#LIAM2025

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Joseph Matty, our president, and Laura Minzer, president, @IL_LHIC, co-authored a letter to the editor for the Chicago Tribune (tag) about our Missing Pieces program that provides grief support for families that experienced the loss of child. Read it here: https://t.co/7RlxwIeTnf

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

#TBT 🍂☕ Millennials + Pumpkin Lattes = A perfect analogy for why life insurance matters. This blog post still holds true today — check it out!
👉 https://t.co/1Srdb0h1QV

#LIAM25 #FinancialSecurity

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

🍂 September is Life Insurance Awareness Month! 🍂
Just like we prep for cooler days with cozy sweaters & warm drinks, life insurance helps us prepare for life’s seasons ahead.
#LIAM #ProtectWhatMatters #ILHIC

[Illinois Life & Health Insurance Council @IL_LHIC]

🏠 Back from vacation? Perfect time to review your policy for life changes — new address, family changes, or updates. Stay covered! #WelcomeHome #LifeCovered