Most Businesses offer a group health insurance plan for their employees. However, sometimes you may start working for a company that offers a health insurance stipend instead of a health plan. So, what is it? Great question, below you’ll find everything employees and employers need to know about this alternative employee benefit. [zip_submit_form prefix="Compare" suffix="Group…
How To Get Health Insurance While Unemployed
Losing a job can be a stressful and challenging experience, and one of the many concerns that may arise is how to maintain access to essential healthcare services. Health insurance is a critical component of overall well-being, providing financial protection and access to medical care when needed. Fortunately, there are several avenues available for individuals…
Understanding Medical Benefits
In today's complex healthcare landscape, understanding medical benefits is essential for individuals and families to access quality care while managing costs. Medical benefits encompass the coverage and services provided by health insurance plans or programs, offering financial protection against unforeseen medical expenses. This comprehensive guide aims to demystify the intricacies of medical benefits, empowering…
When Is Open Enrollment for 2025?
When it comes to your health insurance, Open Enrollment is the most important time of the year. This is the time that you’ll be able to change your plan, or enroll in a new one that better suits your needs and saves you money. It's imperative that you know when the Open Enrollment Period (OEP)…
What Is A Health Insurance Waiver?
Health insurance is an important component of financial and physical well-being since it allows people to obtain necessary medical care. However, not everyone chooses the health insurance provided by their employment or through government programs. Some people choose to look for alternatives, and one way to do this is to get a health insurance waiver.…
Understanding Copays With and Without Insurance
Access to quality healthcare is a cornerstone of well-being. Yet the financial aspect of medical care often presents challenges for individuals and families. Copays, a standard feature of health insurance plans, serve to alleviate some of the financial burden associated with healthcare services. In this comprehensive article, we will delve into the nuances of doctor's…
Autism At Any Age
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complicated developmental illness. It's characterized by chronic difficulties with social communication, limited interests, and repetitive behavior. While autism is a lifelong illness, the degree of functional impairment caused by these issues differs amongst persons with autism. According to the CDC, one in every 36 kids and over 5.4 million…
Mental Wellness During The Holidays
While the holidays are a joyful time spent with loved ones, they are also a highly busy and stressful time. It may be a busy time of year at work, and running around shopping and decorating can be stressful. You could also be suffering from the Christmas blues. If you are experiencing the blues, know…
Health Insurance Open Enrollment Ends Soon Don’t Miss Out
If you want your new health insurance to start on January 1st then you must enroll before December 15th. You can still enroll until January 15th, but your policy won’t start until February. We know you’ve been hearing OEP over and over the last few months, but that’s because we can’t stress enough how important…
Explaining Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP)
Carrying an excess burden all in one location (particularly, the belly) while pregnant has a slew of unanticipated consequences. It will most likely cause you to move differently, throw your muscles and joints out of whack, keep you off balance, and in some women, trigger pain in the pelvis where none previously existed. This is…
How Tobacco Use Affects Health Insurance
Insurance companies can’t change your premiums based on your medical history or turn you down for any pre-existing conditions. However, they can change your premiums based on other things, such as whether or not you smoke. If you regularly smoke, vape, or even chew tobacco, your health insurance can cost up to 50% more. Companies…
The Importance of Your Child’s Dental Health
Kids and adults actually have a lot of the same dental issues, but since kids' teeth are still growing, they are more likely to have problems. If you don't treat tooth problems early, they can get worse and cause their adult teeth to come out of place. If kids of any age don't take good…
Is Alternative Medicine Covered By Health Insurance
The term "alternative medicine" is now commonly used, but chiropractic care, acupuncture, and therapeutic massage aren't really that alternative today. Many adults and children use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to stay healthy and treat serious or long-lasting illnesses, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. It's possible that a lot more…
Tips To Maximize Your Health Insurance Plan
The average person in the United States spends about $3,400 a year on health insurance. If you're going to spend a lot of money on health insurance, you should make sure you're getting the most out of it. You’re already paying for the benefits so why not use them and get your money’s worth. To…
Why Does Open Enrollment Exist?
By now you know that the Open Enrollment is the only time where you can enroll or change your health insurance plan. But what you might not know is why the Open Enrollment Period exists. The short answer is that it prevents adverse selection. Which is when people only buy health insurance when they’re sick…
Open Enrollment: Why You Shouldn’t Wait
Americans can make changes to their health insurance plans every year starting on November 1st. It's important to take advantage of this because a lot can happen in your life over the course of a year. Like having a child, getting married, or changing jobs. All of which could mean that you need to change…
What Is an Exclusive Provider Organization?
Like a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO), An Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) health insurance plan only lets you see doctors and go to hospitals in its network. One good thing about the EPO health plans is that you usually don’t need a referral to see a specialist. This speeds up the process if you know what…
Preparing For 2024’s Open Enrollment
The health insurance Open Enrollment Period (OEP) is coming, and you might feel a little lost. It can be hard to sort through all of the different health insurance options in your area, but you know that you and your family need health insurance to stay healthy. Don’t worry though. You can always work with…