COBRA is the Consolidated Ombinus Budget Reconciliation Act that has been around since 1986. Since that’s quite a mouthful, let’s stick to the acronym: COBRA. It’s purpose is to give employees and their families who lose medical, dental, and vision coverage, the right to continue benefits provided by that employer for limited periods of time under a number of circumstances.
Read MoreMark Cuban has launched an online pharmacy company as part of an effort to make prescription prices more transparent and more affordable. There is a list of included medicine under each type of condition where you can check to see if what you need is available.
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Read MoreWhile there isn’t a blanket simple answer for which plan to sign up for if you’re a traveling employee, like a traveling nurse for example, we can still help you narrow down some of your choices. Always compare plans before signing up for coverage and speak to someone when you need assistance. Need help choosing a plan? Reach out to an agent.
Read MoreHealthcare information has become more accessible to everyone, making it much easier to enroll, waive, view benefits, download an ID card, and more. Without technology, picking up the phone was a must to find anything. Now, most services are available at your fingertips, 24/7.
Read MoreIf the company you work for does not offer health insurance, you can typically receive help through state or federal subsidies, and your child(ren) may be able to receive insurance for free or low-cost on the state run Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
Read MoreAn insurance plan is like an agreement between an individual and the insurance carrier, also known as the insurance company. Because the insured individual pays a monthly premium/cost, the insurance company partially or fully covers the cost of the individual’s medical expenses, including doctor’s visits, prescriptions, surgeries, etc.
Read MoreOn Aug. 16, 2021, the Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS), Labor (DOL) and the Treasury (Departments) issued a frequently asked question (FAQ) regarding enforcement of the contraceptive coverage mandate under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
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