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What is rate review?
Rate review is a process that lets state insurance departments review rate increases before insurers apply them.
Definition and figures from HealthCare.gov glossary, checked October 23, 2026. This page explains the term; it does not recommend a plan.
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| Item | Fact | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Done by | State insurance departments | HealthCare.gov glossary: Rate review |
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What does rate review mean in health insurance?
Rate review is a process that lets state insurance departments review rate increases before insurers apply them.