Highmark has launched a new innovative health insurance plan for individuals called Advance Blue. Advance Blue provides 100% coverage for preventative care and only requires small co-pays for doctor visits, prescription drugs and basic diagnostic testing. Maternity benefits and vision exams are also covered Advance Blue is available in three areas covered by various Highmark [...]
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Health Insurance: Should Birth Control Be Free?
Many health insurance companies cover the cost of birth control pills, but not all of them. This has been a big debate in health care for many years and the argument continues with health care reform. A recent report for the US government from the Institute of Medicine recommends that women receive free prescription birth [...]
Teacher Health Insurance Lacking in Oklahoma
Oklahoma health insurance for teachers has always been a hot topic, but recently in Oklahoma City, a budget was approved to only fund teachers’ health insurance for 10 months out of the year, rather than a full 12. The Oklahoma Board of Education claims they have voted to fully fund teacher’s health insurance but the [...]
Alabama Health Insurance Rates Under Scrutiny
Alabama health insurance rates continue to be one of ten states that do not have authority or the resources to regulate health insurance rates effectively. Because of this, larger health insurance rate increases will be subject to federal review starting September 1st. The article “Health Insurance Premiums in Alabama to Come Under Federal Review” by [...]
Texas Health Insurance Changing
Across the nation, the number of employers offering health insurance to their employees is decreasing due to the rising costs of health care. Texas is no different and they are actually seeing a more dramatic drop when compared to the national average. The article “Texas Falling Behind in Employer-Based Health Insurance” by PublicNewsService.org says the [...]
Florida Health Insurance Companies Owe Big Time
Florida health insurance companies overstated how much money they spent on patient care and owe the state health officials a lot of money. Some experts are estimating they owe Florida about $3.1 million in refunds for the government’s health care plan for children. This information came out in a recent federal report and is quite [...]
Health Insurance Brokers Could Benefit From New Legislation
A group of state insurance regulators with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) voted earlier to endorse new legislation that would preserve health insurance broker sales commissions and benefit insurers, potentially at the expense of consumers. Some experts believe this legislation could cost consumers billions in higher health insurance costs and lost rebates offered [...]
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. [...]
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. [...]
