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Health: Medicare: couple picking up prescription 156347220

What Does Medicare Part D Cover? Prescription Drug Coverage Explained

Written By Sheila Miller Edwards, PhDUpdated on Nov 22, 2024
Medicare: man working from home 1143131282

11 Ways to Save on Medicare Premiums With the Medicare Savings Program, Extra Help, and More

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNUpdated on Nov 21, 2024
Medicare: senior woman tries on eyeglasses 1492424372

9 Surprising Things Not Covered by Medicare — and Ways You Can Pay for Them

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAUpdated on Nov 20, 2024
Medicare: personal finance medicare covered

7 Surprising Things Covered by Medicare – From Mental Health Services to Diabetes Management

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAUpdated on Nov 20, 2024
fsa-hsa: couple working on budget 2163635350

What Are the FSA Contribution Limits for 2025?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Nov 4, 2024
Health: Insurance: man finances at home 1422826927

What Is an FSA and How Does It Work?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAUpdated on Oct 28, 2024
HSA FSA: couple reviewing paperwork 1470699804

What Happens to Your HSA If You Quit or Lose Your Job?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Oct 18, 2024
Health-Insurance: closeup man using chapstick 1395676785

Is Lip Balm FSA Eligible?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Oct 15, 2024
Health-insurance: woman smiling on exercise bike 2157402085

Does Insurance Cover Weight-Loss Medications Such As Wegovy or Zepbound?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Oct 15, 2024
Vaccines: closeup vaccine shot 2159137549

Which Vaccines Does Insurance Cover? Medicare, Private Plans, and More

Written By Veneta LuskPublished on Sep 25, 2024
Sleep Apnea: closeup sleep apnea CPAP 1353716566

How Much Does Sleep Apnea Surgery Cost?

Written By Cindy George, MPHUpdated on Sep 23, 2024
Health: Zepbound: pharmacy-price-scan-1353602643

How Much Does Zepbound (Tirzepatide) Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Tamara E. HolmesUpdated on Sep 20, 2024
Diagnostics: closeup woman ultrasound 73773168

How Much Does an Ultrasound Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Katie Arnold-RatliffPublished on Sep 18, 2024
Health insurance: closeup man pill blister pack 1284200209

Does My Insurance Cover Off-Label Prescriptions?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Sep 9, 2024
FSA HSA: Self-employed: looking at laptop in office 1131971660

How to Open a Health Savings Account (HSA) if You’re Self-Employed

Written By Timalyn Bowens, EAUpdated on Sep 6, 2024
Finance: woman doing finances at home 1373620110

How Much Is Levothyroxine Without Insurance?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisUpdated on Sep 3, 2024
venlafaxine: man reading on his mobile phone 1680724865

How Much is Venlafaxine Without Insurance?

Written By DeShena Woodard, BSN, RNPublished on Sep 3, 2024
abilify: depressed man in his bedroom 1157971487

How Much Is Abilify Without Insurance?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Sep 3, 2024
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Survey: Americans Navigate Changes and Costs in 2024 Health Plans

Written By Tori Marsh, MPHPublished on Aug 28, 2024
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What Is the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)?

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Updated on Aug 22, 2024
Gabapentin: man doing finances at home 2027785976

How Much Is Gabapentin Without Insurance?

Written By DeShena Woodard, BSN, RNPublished on Aug 21, 2024
Pharmacy: man taking daily medication with pill organizer 1682202999

How Much is Trazodone Without Insurance?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Aug 13, 2024
Prozac: medical professional consulting with a patient 1438331156

How Much Is Prozac Without Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Aug 9, 2024
alternative treatment: chiropractor treating patient 1358954974

How Much Does a Chiropractor Cost?

Written By Kate RockwoodUpdated on Aug 6, 2024
xanax: woman reading medication label 1546277523

How Much Is Xanax Without Insurance?

Written By Karon WarrenPublished on Aug 5, 2024
health insurance: nutritionist speaking to patient 1571550702

Are Dietitians and Nutritionists Covered by Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Aug 2, 2024
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1318918543

How to Write an Appeal Letter to Your Health Insurance Provider

Written By Gina Roberts-GreyUpdated on Aug 1, 2024
Health: Health insurance: man with Rx bottles 955820518
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What Should You Do If Your Medication Isn’t Covered by Insurance? 4 Tips and Tactics

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Updated on Jul 25, 2024
Healthcare-access: reception at medical clinic 1487542521

How Much is Urgent Care Without Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Jul 22, 2024
diagnosis: closeup blood drawn 1336681026

How Much Does Blood Work Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Katie Arnold-RatliffPublished on Jul 22, 2024
Health: Healthy Minds: GettyImages 1339096037
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How to Find a Therapist Who’s Right for You

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Updated on Jul 9, 2024
Health-insurance: couple doing finances 1355479814

HDHP vs. PPO: Which Plan Should I Choose?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Jul 8, 2024
Weight loss: closeup couple doing paperwork 1165046693

Does TRICARE Cover Wegovy, Zepbound, and Other Medications Taken for Weight Loss?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Jul 3, 2024
Amoxicillin: man taking pill with water 1708279927

How Much Is Amoxicillin Without Insurance?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Jul 1, 2024
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What Are Your Options for Health Insurance With No or Low Income?

Written By Nicole PajerUpdated on Jul 1, 2024
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1166209260: 16x9

The Big Pinch: New Findings on Changing Insurance Coverage of Prescription Medications

Written By Tori Marsh, MPHUpdated on Jun 26, 2024
prednisone: paying at pharmacy 2078173660

How Much Is Prednisone Without Insurance?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Jun 21, 2024
Sertraline: man reading prescription bottle 1782384686

How Much Is Sertraline Without Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Jun 17, 2024
Health: Insurance: handing card to pharmacist 1393184187

Health Insurance or Prescription Drug Insurance: Which Card to Show at the Pharmacy?

Written By Jennie L. PhippsUpdated on Jun 7, 2024
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What Is Coinsurance, and How Does It Work?

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Updated on Jun 6, 2024
Pharmacy: woman researching medication on the internet 1917848876

How Much Is Zoloft Without Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Jun 3, 2024
Health: health insurance: young-woman-practicing-yoga-on-beach-652383572

When Does Insurance Cover Breast Reduction Surgery?

Written By Jeanne LeeUpdated on May 30, 2024
FSA HSA: family in the kitchen 1305788250

What Are the HSA Contribution Limits for 2025?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on May 22, 2024
Health: Health insurance: couples divorce therapy 1142099635

What Are Your Options for Health Insurance After a Divorce?

Written By Julia Tell, Ph.D.Updated on May 21, 2024
Health: Health insurance: xray bunions-1181999741

How Much Does Bunion Correction Surgery Cost?

Written By Angela Mae WatsonUpdated on May 10, 2024
Rybelsus: woman doing finances at home 1478046873

How Much Is Rybelsus Without Insurance?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on May 6, 2024
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1282871824

5 Health Insurance Scams to Avoid

Written By Geoff WilliamsUpdated on May 2, 2024
Pet Health: woman with cat and dog 1321059154

How Much Does It Cost to Spay or Neuter Your Dog or Cat?

Written By Devon DelfinoUpdated on May 1, 2024
dental care: woman looking at teeth in mirror 1488786110

How Much Does Teeth Whitening Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on May 1, 2024
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Coinsurance vs. Copays: What’s the Difference?

Written By DeShena Woodard, BSN, RNUpdated on Apr 22, 2024
metformin: diabetic person researching on phone 1871110404

How Much Is Metformin Without Insurance?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Apr 16, 2024
Insurance: Premiums taxes insurance holding cat-487360883

Are Health Insurance Premiums Tax Deductible in 2024?

Written By Tom Taulli, EAUpdated on Apr 15, 2024
Black-heath: nurse speaking to patient+1732116947

How Much Does Uterine Fibroid Removal Surgery Cost?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Apr 8, 2024
Botox: closeup woman receiving botox 1490503233

How to Get Botox Covered by Insurance

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Mar 22, 2024
health insurance: emergency: ambulence being loaded-1291088693
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How Much Does an Ambulance Ride Cost?

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Updated on Mar 6, 2024
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What to Do When Your Health Insurance Claim Is Denied

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Updated on Mar 1, 2024
retin-a: woman applying face cream 1454401943

How Much Does Retin-A Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Feb 27, 2024
lantus: close-up woman opening insulin pen 1677023153

How Much Does Lantus Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Feb 21, 2024
Insurance: Early retirement: senior couple prepping food 1190205448

What Are Your Health Insurance Options If You Retire Early?

Written By DeShena Woodard, BSN, RNUpdated on Feb 12, 2024
procedure: dentist discussing xray with patient 1512073945

How Much Does a Dental Filling Cost?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Feb 9, 2024
Health: ADHD: GettyImages 1212226668

What Are My Health Insurance Options as a College Student?

Written By Monique M. JohnsonUpdated on Jan 18, 2024
hearing aids: closeup teen with hearing aid 1463321021

10 Ways to Save on Hearing Aids

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Jan 12, 2024
dermatology: closeup woman with varicose veins 901669282

Varicose Vein Treatment: How Much Does It Cost?

Written By Lisa KaelinPublished on Dec 20, 2023
Pregnancy: midwife takes blood pressure 467338566

Does Insurance Cover Midwife Care?

Written By Brookie MadisonPublished on Dec 14, 2023
Gut Health: closeup suture 506840461

How Much Does a Hernia Repair Surgery Cost?

Written By Camilo Hannibal SmithPublished on Dec 13, 2023
fsa hsa: woman working on finances 875247398

How Much Are the FSA Contribution Limits for 2024?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Dec 7, 2023
Insurance: EAPs: using laptop plant-filled office 1337995272

What Is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)? How to Make the Most of Your Health-Related Benefits

Written By Geoff WilliamsUpdated on Dec 1, 2023
insurance: couple reading smartphone 1406993139

Domestic Partner Health Insurance: Can You Add Your Partner to Your Plan?

Written By Karon WarrenPublished on Nov 29, 2023
Diagnostics: woman examining medical xray 1344411662

How Much Does an X-Ray Cost?

Written By Brookie MadisonPublished on Nov 27, 2023
Health: Health insurance: man working on his laptop 1427557823

Does Insurance Cover Biosimilars?

Written By Arnesa A. HowellPublished on Nov 27, 2023
Diagnostics: radiologist patient scan 155009721

How Much Does a PET Scan Cost?

Written By Brookie MadisonPublished on Nov 1, 2023
Medicare: senior woman on the phone 1206604977

Is Medicare Free for Older Adults?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Oct 24, 2023
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1094017768
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Does Your Health Insurance Deductible Reset Every Year?

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Updated on Oct 18, 2023
Long COVID: insurance: woman lies awake in bed 388906862

Long COVID and Health Insurance: What You Need to Know

Written By Angela Mae WatsonPublished on Sep 22, 2023
Lexapro: No insurance: woman researching on laptop 1366775658

How Much Lexapro Costs Without Insurance – and 3 Ways to Save

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Sep 21, 2023
Insurance: Long COVID and disability: using tablet in bed 1219423742

I Have Long COVID. Do I Qualify for Disability Insurance?

Written By Amy TrentUpdated on Sep 21, 2023
Insurance: Accident: football teams facing off-187343513

What Is Accident Insurance and Is It Worth It?

Written By Laura BoltUpdated on Sep 20, 2023
Providers: pills on calculator 1353830589

How Does Drug Pricing Work in the U.S.?

Written By Alex Evans, PharmD, MBAUpdated on Sep 19, 2023
Research: Patient assistance program: senior couple finances 1183551230

What Is the Patient’s Bill of Rights?

Written By Ana GasconUpdated on Sep 19, 2023
Insurance: Self-employed: florist doing paperwork 1199418350
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Insurance for the Self-Employed: Options and Considerations

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Updated on Sep 18, 2023
Medicare: price negotiation: pills on dollar bills 1221262927

Medicare Is Negotiating Medication Prices: What Will That Mean for Your Prescription Costs?

Written By Cindy George, MPHPublished on Sep 15, 2023
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How Do I Protect Myself From Medicare Identity Theft?

Written By Margot LesterUpdated on Aug 28, 2023
Health: Health insurance: GettyImages-1037487390

What Is COBRA Health Insurance? Learn the Basics of Employer Coverage After Job Loss

Written By Jeanne LeeUpdated on Aug 21, 2023
Insurance: woman working on a laptop 1214306022

Health Insurance Terminology 101: A Glossary of Health Insurance Terms and Definitions

Written By DeShena Woodard, BSN, RNUpdated on Jun 21, 2023
Health: Pets: GettyImages 1304561534

How Much Is Pet Insurance, and What Does It Cover?

Written By Rachael BrennanUpdated on Jun 5, 2023
Nucynta: pouring pills from bottle telehealth appt 1420937837

Prescription Quantity Limits: What to Do When Insurance Coverage Is Restricted

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on May 18, 2023
Health: GettyImages-1282313722

Insurance Coverage of Asthma and COPD Products and Devices

Written By Richard D. ScottUpdated on May 5, 2023
Health: Corporate: GoodRx Corporate news
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5 Ways to Beat Your Insurance Copay

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Updated on May 4, 2023
Health: Insurance: couple reviewing documents 1125619182
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A Guide to Your Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC)

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Updated on May 1, 2023
Health: Acne: GettyImages 1017224376

What Dermatology Services Will Your Insurance Cover?

Written By Laura BoltUpdated on Mar 1, 2023
Insurance: Medicare: man reviewing paperwork 1156090476
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How to Choose Your Health Insurance Plan

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Updated on Feb 24, 2023
Telehealth: Insurance: parent in telehealth call sick child 1470878240

Is Telehealth Covered by Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNUpdated on Feb 24, 2023
Patient advocacy: Step therapy: holding pill bottle on laptop 1428189640

What is Step Therapy? How to Get Insurance to Pay for Your ‘Non-Preferred’ Medication

Written By Alex Evans, PharmD, MBAUpdated on Feb 21, 2023
Insurance: patient dentist appt 1302979658

What Does Dental Insurance Cover?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisPublished on Dec 6, 2022
Insurance: couple doing finances 1319766088
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What Are Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Costs?

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Updated on Nov 28, 2022
Insurance: woman doing finances 1222151483

A Guide to Medication Formularies

Written By Ana GasconUpdated on Nov 22, 2022
Health: Health insurance: senior woman work from home-1145457577

Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP): Qualifications, Benefits, and Enrollment

Written By Tom Taulli, EAPublished on Nov 2, 2022
Insurance: gynocologist exam legs in stirrups 1394010257

Does Insurance Cover a D&C?

Written By Lorraine RobertePublished on Oct 27, 2022
Insurance: HRAs: woman on laptop 1352072385

How Do Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) work?

Written By Timalyn Bowens, EAPublished on Sep 28, 2022
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 491701658

Do Copays Count Toward Deductibles? Here’s How Health Plans Work

Written By Benita Lee, MPHUpdated on Sep 16, 2022
health-insurance: woman writing on clipboard-1187329331

Why You Might Get a Superbill for Therapy

Written By Aja Evans, LMHCPublished on Aug 24, 2022
Insurance: Hospice: closeup nurse smiling holding patients hands-1307433366

Comparing Hospice Care: How to Find and Choose a Provider

Written By Jeanne Dorin McDowellPublished on Aug 9, 2022
Health: Health insurance: senior couple at gym on tredmills-1171659624

Does Medigap Help Cover Gym Memberships?

Written By Jennie L. PhippsPublished on Jul 28, 2022
Health: Birth Control: GettyImages-1221479908

What Are My Birth Control Options If I Don’t Have Insurance?

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Jul 26, 2022
Insurance: EPO: reading brochure waiting room 960073184

What Is an Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) Healthcare Plan?

Written By Liz FromentPublished on Jul 8, 2022
Health: Insurance: GettyImages 1342134443

Health Insurance Options for Domestic Violence Survivors

Written By Cindy George, MPHPublished on Jul 8, 2022
health-insurance: woman grabbing mail from mail box-107908817

What’s an EOB (and What Should You Do If You Get One)?

Written By Chanell Alexander, MBAPublished on Jun 30, 2022
Pharmacies: women receiving medication 1353604192

Avoiding 10 Common Prescription Refill Roadblocks: A Doctor’s Advice

Written By Chaunie Brusie, BSN, RNUpdated on Jun 28, 2022
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages-911564198

HMOs vs. PPOs: Here’s What You Need to Know

Written By Deb HippUpdated on Jun 1, 2022
Health: Health Insurance: senior couple distressed paperwork 942193004

What Should You Do If Your Social Security Disability Claim Is Denied?

Written By Tom Taulli, EAPublished on May 27, 2022
Health: health insurance: woman portrait at home reviewing paperwork 1313000156

What Should You Do If Your Disability Benefits Run Out?

Written By Tom Taulli, EAPublished on May 25, 2022
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1280979631
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What Is Prior Authorization? A Look at the Process and Tips For Approval

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Updated on May 23, 2022
Health: Health insurance: on a run passing high five-1360433383

Can Health Insurance Companies Charge People With Obesity Higher Premiums?

Written By Jeanne Dorin McDowellPublished on May 16, 2022
Health: HMO: closeup hand holding HMO card-530098683
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What Is an HMO? Comparing Pros and Cons

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Published on Apr 28, 2022
Health: Health insurance: employees helping hurt worker-1284193587

Who Qualifies for Workers’ Compensation?

Written By Tom Taulli, EAPublished on Apr 28, 2022
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What Is PPO Insurance?

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Published on Apr 26, 2022
Health: Health insurance: man in wheelchair working at desk 1319810505

What’s the Difference Between SSI and SSDI?

Written By Tom Taulli, EAPublished on Apr 22, 2022
Health: Health Insurance: man reviewing paperwork at kitchen counter 1282868220

What Is Term Life Insurance?

Written By Tom Taulli, EAUpdated on Mar 22, 2022
Health: Insurance: friends traveling together on european sidewalk 1319191165

When Would You Qualify to Receive Social Security Disability Benefits?

Written By Tom Taulli, EAPublished on Mar 17, 2022
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What Is Critical Illness Insurance, and Do You Need It?

Written By Geoff WilliamsPublished on Feb 10, 2022
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What Are Fee-for-Service Insurance Plans?

Written By Andrea MillerPublished on Feb 4, 2022
Health: Insurance: GettyImages 861129272

What Is a Viatical Settlement?

Written By Margot LesterPublished on Jan 24, 2022
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A Guide to Financial and Legal Responsibilities After Losing a Loved One

Written By Ashlyn BrooksPublished on Jan 19, 2022
Health: Insurance: GettyImages-1277437210
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What Is a Healthcare Network?

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Published on Dec 23, 2021
Insurance: Deductible: paying bill online 1404928095

What Is a Health Insurance Deductible?

Written By Lorraine RobertePublished on Dec 17, 2021
Health: Health insurance: GettyImages 1328351997

What Is Insurance Rescission, and What Do I Need to Know About It?

Written By Arnesa A. HowellPublished on Dec 8, 2021
Health insurance: uninsured underinsured: GettyImages 1403495787

Uninsured vs. Underinsured: What’s the Difference?

Written By Devon DelfinoPublished on Dec 1, 2021
Personal finance: Long-term care insurance: person in wheelchair going through finances w spouse 1313331788

What Is Long-Term Care Insurance, and Do I Need It?

Written By Beth BravermanPublished on Nov 10, 2021
Health insurance: opening mail 1397040080
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When Does It Make Sense to Buy Catastrophic Health Insurance?

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Published on Sep 28, 2021
Health: Health Insurance: doing taxes 1221103561

Have ACA Coverage? Here’s How to Keep Up with Reporting Income Changes to Avoid Tax Penalties

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Sep 15, 2021
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1266827056

The American Rescue Plan Explained: What’s in the $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Package?

Written By Anna WellsPublished on Mar 31, 2021
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1270234171

Does Insurance Cover Grief, Trauma, and PTSD Counseling?

Written By Laura HipshirePublished on Mar 24, 2021
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1306172565

Health Insurers Are Beginning to Include Coverage for Healthy Foods. Could It Save Lives?

Written By Kristen Gerencher, MSOTPublished on Mar 2, 2021
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1138722351

Survey: More Americans Are Uninsured Compared to Last Year, and Prescription Medication Coverage Hasn’t Improved

Written By Sasha Guttentag, PhDPublished on Feb 19, 2021
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1153237307

Copay Accumulator Programs: What Patients Should Know

Written By Amanda Brooks, MPHPublished on Jun 18, 2020