Medicaid Changes Increasing Insurance Costs for Businesses

By: Kelly Burch

Outlets: Business NH Magazine

Published: October 29, 2026

Words: 1,350

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago


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The cost of health insurance is expected to rise in 2027 and beyond as federal cuts to Medicaid take hold, likely resulting in more uncompensated care. Those paying for private insurance—including Granite State businesses—are likely to shoulder some of those costs, making it critical to find policy solutions to protect businesses from rising insurance costs, experts say.

“New Hampshire is facing a difficult stretch ahead.” says Lucy Hodder, director of health and life sciences law …

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