The New York health insurance system has recently passed legislation that allows the creation of the New York Health Benefit Exchange. This keeps New York in line with the Affordable Care Act and allows them to potentially receive federal grants to help the exchanges grow. The Senate has not passed the legislation yet so it’s [...]
Archive for June, 2011
Finding Health Insurance and Health Care Jobs
Finding health insurance and health care jobs has become a little easier thanks to five growing health care careers flourishing across the nation. If you’re interested in pursuing a career in the health care industry, right now might be a good time to get your foot in the door and get the education you need. [...]
Oklahoma Health Insurance Receives New Center
Oklahoma health insurance companies are finding out that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma (BCBSOK) has opened up its new sales center employing 48 people. They plan on employing around 100 people over the next three years according to the insurer. This is good news for Oklahoma since BCBSOK believes the center will have an [...]
Georgia Health Insurance: Health Care Through Employer
Georgia health insurance consumers have had a good percent of their workers carry health insurance through their employer but there is a new trend shifting this. Many employers are not offering plans to their employees and some employees who are getting it offered to them are turning it down in hopes they can find a [...]
Health Insurance For Those With Pre-Existing Conditions
The government is continuing their efforts to help Americans with pre-existing conditions find affordable health insurance coverage. There are about 25 million uninsured Americans currently with pre-existing conditions and often the reason behind this is costs are just too high for them. In the coming weeks, a nationally funded health care program will drop premiums [...]
Medicare Supplement Insurance Being Monitored
Medicare supplement insurance is an important aspect of the Medicare program, and it’s crucial that quality is kept up to ensure beneficiaries are getting the best care while costs are kept reasonable. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 doesn’t aim to eliminate Medicare supplements or Medicare Advantage plans but funding may be [...]
MAMSI Offers Exercising Tips
MAMSI from UnitedHealthcare has a convenient link to a variety of wellness programs through MyOptumHealth. One particular program simplifies the daunting task of exercise. We all know exercise is good for us and the American Heart Association and the American College of Sports Medicine recommend that healthy adults under 65 should do moderately vigorous exercise, [...]
Health Insurance Policies: What to Look For
If you have ever shopped around around for a quality health insurance policy you know how confusing the details can be. It’s hard to know what’s important and what benefits apply directly to you. There are many options out there and it can easily become overwhelming. It’s important to take your time during this process. [...]
Personal Health Insurance: Youth Going Without
The youth of America needs health care reform more than anyone since a large percentage of them are choosing not to carry personal health insurance. Unfortunately, they have not shown the support for reform that they should be. The youth of America continue to be the the highest uninsured group out there. According to the [...]
