UnitedHealthcare offers a variety of Medicare supplement (Medigap) plans to help cover healthcare costs that Original Medicare does not. These plans can provide valuable additional coverage, but you may decide you want to cancel your plan at some point. Here’s what you need to know about canceling a UnitedHealthcare Medicare supplement plan. When Can I … Read more
To get premium-free Medicare Part A when you turn 65, most people need to have at least 10 years of work credits. But what if you don’t meet the work credit requirement? The good news is that you still have options to get Medicare coverage. In this comprehensive guide, we will cover: What Medicare work … Read more
Founded in 1912, Liberty Mutual has grown into one of the largest property and casualty insurers in the world. Aside from the flagship Liberty Mutual brand, the company owns or controls several other insurance carriers. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover: A brief background on Liberty Mutual Full list of insurance companies owned by Liberty … Read more
Trying to navigate the Obamacare health insurance marketplace on your own can be confusing and time-consuming. You may wonder if working with an insurance broker could make the process easier. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explain: What an insurance broker is How brokers can assist with ACA enrollment Key benefits of using a broker for … Read more
When it comes time to choose a health insurance plan, you’ll likely come across acronyms like HSA and EPO. These stand for Health Savings Account and Exclusive Provider Organization. They are two common types of health plans that have some key differences. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explain what you need to know about HSA … Read more
Healthcare financing in the United States involves a mix of private and public funding through employers, government programs, and out-of-pocket payments by individuals. But there is ongoing debate around who should bear the costs of healthcare. This article examines the current US healthcare funding model, its pros and cons, and arguments around who should foot … Read more
Voluntary employee life insurance offered by employers can be a convenient and affordable way to supplement your existing coverage. But is this type of group life insurance really worth it for you? This comprehensive guide examines the pros and cons of voluntary life insurance to help you decide if it should be part of your … Read more
The insurance industry in India has seen rapid growth in the last few years. To further increase insurance penetration in the country, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) introduced a new distribution model in 2015. This model gave rise to Point of Sale Persons (PoSPs) as a new category of insurance distributors. … Read more
Medicare undergoes changes each year to adjust costs, benefits, and coverage. However, 2023 marks one of the most significant years for adjustments to the Medicare program. This article will explain the most notable Medicare rule changes going into effect in 2023. Part A Cost Changes Medicare Part A covers hospital insurance services, including inpatient hospital … Read more
Blue Shield of California offers a variety of health insurance plans to meet the diverse needs of individuals, families, and employers across the state. Two of their most popular HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) plans are the Trio HMO and Access+ HMO. But what exactly is the difference between these two plans? In this comprehensive guide, … Read more