Many people across the globe are affected by chronic illnesses or pre-existing conditions (deaf, mute, or blind.) Serious illnesses like AIDS, cancer, diabetes and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome can make it hard to get covered by an insurance company. It seems though, that those who need the most care should have the easiest access to insurance coverage that will help provide the services they desperately need. Numerous companies won't provide health...more
With today's economy, it can be difficult to face an expense which is sudden and unplanned for. It's always advisable to prepare a contingency plan for foreseeable expenses, but there will always be emergencies that simply cannot be planned for. In these cases, being insured is a safety net which can significantly reduce any sudden costs. Another common reason for people to seek health insurance is to provide security for dependents such as...more
When it comes to prescription drugs you may be that your course of treatment is being dictated by your doctor when in fact your health insurance company actually has a greater say in the drugs that may or may not be dispensed to you. Insurance companies don't know you and they don't have a medical degree but somehow, they seem to believe that they have the right to dictate your course of treatment and unfortunately this actually is a true statement.Many people are disillusioned when it comes to their health care plan of care and they simply believe that the treatment that is being lain out by their medical doctor is solely about what is the best course of action for them when in fact most of what your medical doctor is laying out for you as an acceptable treatment package actually has to do with what your health insurance company will and won't approve. Most doctors will consult with your health insurance plan before offering up suggestions as to a course of treatment.Generally when the doctor presents the patient with the recommended course of treatment they don't tell the rest of the story. That part is that it is the recommendation of the insurance company. But there are doctors...more
Affordable health insurance seems to be elusive for many working class people. Hundreds of thousands of Americans take certain jobs as employment simply because of the health insurance benefits. They then find out that the insurance offered through the company has high premiums and deductibles which seem extremely expensive. There are health...more
Family health issues are a big deal, especially when it involves children. Theres no telling when illness can strike you or any member of your family. The best thing we can do to prevent having these problems is to make sure we are living a healthy lifestyle to protect ourselves and our families from preventable diseases. Diet and...more
President Signs Bill Expanding Dental Care Coverage In Health Insurance Program For Low-Income Children Children's Dental Health month and today dental care for children emerged as a key priority for this country as the President signed legislation for the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Reauthorization. This legislation is the second bill that the President has signed into law, and has received overwhelming support in Congress. The Children's Dental Project applauds President Obama and this Congress for moving quickly and demonstrating that children's access to proper dental care is a major priority.This legislation provides a stable dental benefit for CHIP eligible children for the first time along with provisions that include: coverage for dental care, oral health education for new parents, expanded access for health center patients, and increased accountability and quality of care for millions of children whose families are unable to afford private dental insurance.Dental care became a significant issue for Congress after the death of Deamonte Driver, a 12-year-old Maryland boy who died two years ago this month from complications due to the infection...more
Most Medicare patients need additional coverage to fill in the gaps of Medicare health insurance. While Medicare does cover a good deal of medical costs, it does not cover everything. For that which is not covered by this government health plan, a...more
If you are not covered by a health insurance plan, you may consider the benefits which would be available to you if you were covered. People without health insurance often do not realize the important preventative care and treatment they can receive...more
College is often remembered as some of the best years of a person's life. The freedom of finally being able to manage your own schedule without curfews or limitations, meeting new people from varying walks of life, and figuring out what you want to...more
When you buy insurance, you are required to pay certain amount of money as premium. Insurance companies take this amount which is returned to you in case, something unfortunate happens or when you claim it. Insurance might be in any field like auto...more
Residents of the United Kingdom may spend a lot of time deriding the NHS and complaining about the waiting time for non-urgent procedures but the fact of the matter is that if you are taken seriously ill then you can look forward to being treated for...more
Anyone who is keen on learning about free health insurance for low income people needs to search up the various kinds of choices that are offered online. If you do your homework you'll be in a position to find a high quality service which will work...more