Assisted Living Week: Protecting Grandparents with Long-Term Care Insurance
Posted: September 10, 2023
Today we are celebrating National Grandparents' Day, which always falls on the first Sunday after Labor Day. September 10 also marks the start of Assisted Living Week this year. Similar to Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, Grandparents' Day is an entire day dedicated to grandparents. It is an opportunity to treasure the special connection between grandparents and children, which has been proven to be beneficial...
3 Health Insurance Options for College Students
Posted: August 25, 2023
Everyone needs health insurance, including college students. If you are heading off to college in the fall, it is important to make sure you have health insurance, find out where to go in case you become sick or injured, and choose a pharmacy to fill your prescriptions. As for health insurance, the following are three possible options for students attending college. Stay on Your Parents’...
PPO vs. HMO: Which Is Right for You?
Posted: August 10, 2023
Choosing a health insurance plan is a crucial decision. There are various factors to consider, including cost. The first choice to make is the type of health plan that works best for you. Two of the most common types are HMOs and PPOs. The following is some basic information about both types of health insurance plans and the key differences between them. What Is an...
Is There a Right Time to Purchase Health Insurance?
Posted: July 25, 2023
Injuries, illnesses, and other medical emergencies can be unpredictable. Having good health insurance can help you get the preventive care and diagnostics you need to stay healthy and reduce the financial burden in case medical emergencies suddenly occur. The sooner you have health coverage, the better you can protect your own and your family’s health. Why Do You Need Health Insurance? The days when individuals...
A Beginner's Guide to Health Insurance Deductibles and Copays
Posted: June 10, 2023
Deductibles and copays are both out-of-pocket expenses. Although they both represent a percentage you must pay when seeing a medical practitioner, they are not the same. Your copay is a fee you pay when you fill a prescription or receive medical services. The deductible is an agreed-upon amount you must pay before the total cost of your treatment is covered. Your policy explicitly defines these...