In a statement responding to the report, the head of the Connecticut exchange — Access Health CT CEO Kevin Counihan — said the organization had “not been able to verify the figures, which indicated that (Connecticut) premiums rank as the 4th highest in the country.”
But he added, “Unfortunately, this is not surprising, given that (Connecticut) currently has the 4th highest medical costs in the U.S., underscoring how various marketplace variables impact premium rates.”
Additionally, he said the state has “a substantial number of mandated benefits when compared to other states, as well as broad provider network requirements, both of which tend to drive higher premiums.”
Counihan added: “We look forward to being part of the dialogue to address these important issues moving forward as we look to make coverage more affordable in our state.”
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