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MedHealthInsurance, Your Source for Health Insurance InfoGood health should be one of your most prized treasures. We make investments in our homes, our education, our jobs, but few of these seem to matter when our health fails or unexpected injuries or illnesses occur. We do invest in our bodies by maintaining healthy lifestyles, but it's equally important to safeguard your well-being—and your wallet—by choosing a health insurance plan that best fits you. MedHealthInsurance is here to help you find the health insurance plan you need to make informed decisions. We decode jargon and present your choices in a straightforward manner. Whether you’re shopping for individual, small business, self-employed, family, student, temporary, or travel insurance, or are just trying to see if your existing health insurance plan is the best value, MedHealthInsurance has got you covered. Choosing the Right Health Plan for YouWe've made choosing a health insurance plan easy: Here, you can learn about the different types of plans available today, as well as your options for areas of coverage. Locate health insurance providers in your state, review state health insurance regulations, and know your rights as a consumer. And finally, be sure to consult with the research we've gathered, including a glossary of medical health insurance terms, questions to ask before buying health insurance, tips for buying health insurance, and information on the uninsured in America. You can’t put a price on good health, but you can buy good health insurance. Every body is worth it. Stay Up-to-Date with the Latest Health NewsTo ensure that you're informed with the most recent health news, MedHealthInsurance publishes articles on a regular basis. Stay on top of your health by reading one of our latest articles:
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Key Facts... From 1999 to 2009, employer-sponsored family health insurance premiums increased 131% and the average annual cost of coverage went from $5,791 to $13,375. You may be able to lower costs by switching to a private plan. Source: Kaiser/HRET Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Benefits, 1999-2009. The Recession of 2008-2009 meant that 6.9 million people lost their employer-sponsored insurance. Of those, 3 million became uninsured. Source: Based on John Holahan and Bowen Garrett, "Rising Unemployment, Medicaid, and the Uninsured." Among 300 million Americans, 15% are uninsured, 52% have coverage through an employer, 27% are covered under Medicare/Medicaid, and only 5% have private non-group coverage. Are you insured? If not, then request a quote today. Source: Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and Uninsured/Urban Institute analysis of March 2009 CPS. Average premiums for health insurance coverage range widely from state-to-state. In New York, annual premiums are an average of $6,630, while in Iowa they are $2,606. Find out how much you can save by requesting a quote. Source: AHIP Center for Policy and Research. "Individual Health Insurance 2009." |
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