Learning about Medicare can be incredibly confusing. There is a maze of information out there and sometimes that information can be hard to piece together. In this article, we’ll go through the key concepts of Medicare so you can feel con…
Health insurance is important. When you have coverage you can easily receive routine checkups, fill prescriptions, visit a specialist, or take care of anything more serious. However, if you’re looking to enroll in health insurance ou…
If you or a family member have to undergo a medical procedure, you’re probably already feeling stressed. When an unexpected medical bill arrives afterward, it can feel like the last straw. Especially if it’s an “out-of-network” …
After you sign up for a Marketplace health plan, you will want to choose a primary care provider. This is the main person who will provide you with and help you access a range of health care services so it’s important to spend time making this …
Let’s say you’re one of the 12 million people who signed up for health insurance during Open Enrollment. You completed your eligibility application and enrolled in a health plan. Then, several months later, your family moves to anoth…
When you compare your health insurance options on the Marketplace, the first thing you will probably notice is the cost. However, there are other important factors to consider when choosing a plan. One of them is deciding between an HMO and …
When you’re hospitalized, a few important questions come up. What are my hospital visitation rights? Who is allowed to visit me in the hospital? Who can make medical decisions for me when I’m unable to? Over the years, laws have been cha…
Choosing the best metal level (bronze, silver, gold, or platinum) is critical when it comes to health insurance benefits and savings. Metal levels directly impact your total health care costs throughout the year. To understand what all o…
HIPAA does much more than simply protect the privacy of your medical records. It also guarantees you the right to access your medical records and gives you more control over how your personal health information is used and disclosed, which …
For most people, losing a job historically meant losing their health insurance. Under COBRA (the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) most employers have to offer terminated employees similar coverage to the health insura…
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Renewing your plan: Everything you need to know |
