The latest on health care. The New Year has seen major headlines for health care across the nation. The year started with a lawsuit threatening the entire Affordable Care Act and failed action to crack down on drug prices and medical bills which was promised in 2019. To help keep you informed, here are Read More
What you should know about no-exam life insurance policies. Many people purchase life insurance to help secure the financial stability of their loved ones after their death. In most cases, you must submit to a medical exam in order to purchase a life insurance policy because the insurer wants to assess your risks. From Read More
Health conditions could affect your life insurance premiums. When you’re applying for life insurance coverage, you’ll be asked about your health and family’s health history. When deciding whether or not to provide you with a policy, an insurer will look at these two factors as well as your age, occupation, gender, smoking habits, and Read More
The latest on the California surprise-billing law. It’s been over two years since California’s surprise-billing law took effect. There continues to be one thing on which consumer advocates, doctors, and insurers all agree on: The law has been effective at protecting many people from bills that may have been saddled with from doctors who Read More
The latest about public option health care. Believe it or not, but most Americans like private health insurance. A recent study found that over half of voters oppose Medicare for All if it means it would eliminate private coverage. Many moderate lawmakers are well aware of these polling figures, which is why they’re calling Read More
How does stress impact my heart health? Everyone experiences stress to some degree, whether it’s pressure at work, receiving an unexpected bill or getting a flat car battery. How you manage stress can impact your daily life as well as physical health. Sustained levels of stress can adversely affect your heart. Understanding how stress Read More
Do you already have life insurance coverage in place? Life insurance. A policy that most people need but very few take the time to understand and purchase. You may think that you only need to think about getting a life policy when you have a mortgage, three kids, and a stable career. Think again. Read More
What you should know about term life insurance with no medical exam. Although life insurance isn’t at the top of everyone’s list of favorite things to think about, it’s important that you do take time to secure the right policy. Even a small policy can go a long way in helping to cover your Read More
Are you taking full advantage of your health insurance coverage? Your health insurance is there to keep your healthcare costs manageable. Yet, many families don’t seem to be taking advantage of the coverage that they pay for. What’s more, you could be paying more than you need to for health coverage. To ensure you Read More
The latest concerns about Medicare-for-all. Medicare-for-all, the single-payer healthcare scheme that would eliminate private insurance, continues to make headlines. In essence, the plan is designed to hit corporations and the wealthy, including a provision requiring companies to send most of the funds they currently spend on employee health contributions to the federal government. Sen. Read More