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Protect your health and your wallet. These articles cover what you need to know to get the most from your medical plan–or just understand your doctor bill or benefits statement.

Unless you have extensive medical billing or insurance processing experience, it can be tough to understand why your insurance plan covers 100% of some services and doesn’t seem to cover other healthcare needs at all. In some cases, your doctor may even bill you for services that insurance covers. If you’re not sure why you...

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If you’ve been looking for ways to reduce the family budget, it may be tempting to look for less expensive healthcare insurance options. Since the lower premium costs associated with limited benefit insurance plans can seem attractive, it may seem like a good switch to make. Unfortunately, the differences between major medical insurance and limited...

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While the typical health insurance plan was designed to cover you in a variety of health-related situations, the annual increase in the number of people diagnosed with cancer can make even a healthy person wonder whether their coverage is sufficient. If you’ve been considering purchasing a supplemental cancer insurance policy, it’s a good idea to learn...

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While the Affordable Care Act (aka Obamacare) has helped millions of people in the US finally be able to afford health insurance, you may find yourself wondering whether it will really help your family save money on healthcare costs—especially when you don’t qualify for subsidies. Before you decide to skip annual enrollment, be sure to...

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As the healthcare landscape continues to change in the US, knowing what you’re actually getting in exchange for your monthly premiums is more critical than ever before. Whether you’re looking to switch to a new insurance plan or you simply want to know if your current plan is giving you your money’s worth, understanding the...

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If you’ve recently had surgery or stayed in the hospital, there may be a fresh stack of medical bills hitting your mailbox each day. Since even relatively minor surgical procedures can still cost quite a bit, it’s natural to wonder whether there’s any way you can dispute the amount to cut the costs. With an...

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With various healthcare advocacy groups placing medical billing error rates between 80% and 90%, it can make a serious difference to your bank account to assume every bill you receive is correct. In order to ensure each bill you’re paying represents what you actually owe, ask providers for an itemized copy of your bill so...

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If your 65th birthday is fast approaching, you’ve likely already received enrollment information from Medicare. Of course, just because you’re eligible for Medicare insurance doesn’t necessarily mean you want it, especially when you’re still working full time and have a group health plan through your employer. Unfortunately, determining whether you can keep your employer’s health...

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If you’re beginning to explore all your health insurance options, you’re wondering how you can determine which type of health insurance you really need. While only you will know which level of coverage is the best fit for you and your family, reviewing the information below can help you better analyze the plans and make an...

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Few things are more frustrating than receiving a notification from your insurance company stating that you owe more than you thought you did after paying your copay at the time of service. While it’s possible that you’re being billed in error, legitimate reasons exist to explain why paying the copay listed on your health insurance...

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