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About MedHealthInsuranceMedHealthInsurance wants to help consumers take the guesswork out of choosing health insurance. As health costs continue to rise and the need for health coverage remains in high demand, the numbers sometimes seem like they don't add up; costs are growing and options are shrinking. You don't need to feel this way if you utilize the resources we provide. Request a health insurance quote > Here's to your health! Disclaimer: We at MedHealthInsurance strive to provide our visitors with accurate, up-to-date information about health insurance carriers, health insurance plans, state regulations, and other articles of interest. However, all information provided on the site is for informational purposes only and we expressly disclaim any representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy of such information. We are not an agency or an insurer. We encourage you to also check directly with the health insurance carriers and state agencies. |
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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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