Open a Health Savings Account with your bank!
With the popularity of high deductible health plans and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) growing, it’s important to know what your options are as a consumer. Most health insurance carriers try and steer their clients toward a single banking institution, when setting up an HSA, that the carrier has a relationship with. However, those with HSA […]
Over 50 million uninsured according to U.S. Census Bureau
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, which released new figures this week regarding the number of Americans without health insurance, and the numbers of uninsured are on the rise. In 2009, 50.7 million people were without health insurance coverage, up from 46.3 million people in 2008.
In a press release, NAHU CEO Janet Trautwein commented “The […]
Health insurance brokers offer free advice to consumers
As the world of health insurance becomes more and more complicated, thanks in large part to the health care reform bill, it can be frustrating when trying to understand the many options available. Many confused and frustrated consumers are turning to free and independent health insurance agents to determine what plans are best […]
Obesity Treatments Often Times NOT Covered by Insurers
With over two thirds of American adults overweight or obese it’s quite apparent that weight related health issues are a major concern among insurers. However, most insurers are not willing to help cover the costs related to weight management programs—leaving the member to find alternative means to cover the cost of such programs.
In […]
Medical Mutual of Ohio: High Risk Pool
As of August 1st, 2010, Medical Mutual of Ohio has been accepting applications for the Ohio High Risk Pool. The High Risk Pool is a result of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), or health care reform, which was approved by President Obama on March 23, 2010. The purpose of the […]
Taking the Mystery out of Individual Health Care Coverage
As more and more companies defray healthcare costs by passing them along to employees and more people join the ranks of the self-employed, retired and going-back-to-school, individual health insurance becomes of critical importance. Not only will it keep your family covered in between career moves, it can also be a less-expensive option than employer-provided insurance. […]
Should You Buy Your Own Private Health Insurance Plan?
Many people these days are deciding to opt out of their employer’s health insurance plan in order to find more affordable options. The Holland family from Cincinnati, Ohio decided it was time to make a change from paying $860 per month for their employer sponsored plan through the husband’s workplace. They started out their search by logging […]
