It’s vital to have health insurance so you can get the care you need to stay healthy, prevent serious illnesses, and avoid expensive out-of-pocket costs. Still, an estimated 8.5% of Americans were without health insurance in 2018. That’s the equivalent of 27.5 million Americans. Many struggle with finding insurance coverage…
You don’t need an advanced degree to understand the health care system, but with so many options, decisions, and technical terms, it often feels that way. Luckily, the days of endless internet searches and phone calls with health insurance representatives are over. This guide will provide a helpful,…
Does short-term health insurance cover prescriptions? If you’re shopping for short-term health insurance coverage, you may be curious about whether it includes prescription drug coverage. Although it’s not common, some short-term plans – including some offered through Vera Health – provide benefits for prescription drugs in some states.…
Headaches. Almost everyone has experienced one, and the pain they bring can affect your quality of life. There are over a hundred different types of headaches. Tension headache, migraine, cluster headache, and sinus headache are the most common, and each has unique signs and symptoms. Check out our…
Are vaccines covered by health insurance? Most Affordable Care Act (ACA)-compliant major medical plans must cover seasonal flu shots and other recommended vaccines without charging a copay or coinsurance, but does short-term health insurance cover vaccines? If you’re thinking about getting a flu shot, preparing for a trip,…
Short-term health plans vary widely in terms of premiums, benefits, and deductibles. That’s why it’s crucial to do your research. There are so many questions to ask when buying short-term health insurance. How much will it cost? What does it cover? And how long will it last? Keep…
Any hospital stay can be scary – and alarmingly expensive. Having health insurance is your best defense against costly medical expenses like hospitalization. If you have to be hospitalized, you deserve a health insurance plan that has your back. But does short-term health insurance provide benefits for hospital…
Does finding affordable health insurance feel impossible? It doesn’t have to be. Cost is one of the biggest factors people consider when making any decision, especially when it comes to buying health insurance. According to a 2018 Kaiser Family Foundation study, 45% of uninsured adults said they are uninsured because the cost…
Shopping for solopreneur health insurance? Whether you’re already a solopreneur or are considering quitting your full-time job to focus on your venture, you’re probably aware that you don’t receive job-based health insurance benefits when you’re self-employed. Solopreneurship is a juggling act. Between meeting with clients, drumming up new…
You’ve lost your job and need health insurance coverage while you’re looking for your next opportunity. Or maybe you got a new job, but your coverage won’t kick in until the 30, 60, or even 90-day waiting period is up. Life doesn’t stop if you’re dealing with a…
