How to Understand the Key Competencies of Health Insurance

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Health insurance is a broad term covering various forms of insurance related to the health of persons. It includes coverages such as accident, sickness, disability and hospital and medical expenses. Another way to look at the definition is to use the way it is defined by Investorwords.com. They stat

What to Do If a Medication Is Not Covered by Medical Insurance

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People with health insurance are not immune to the high cost of prescription drugs. A Kaiser Family Foundation survey found that even among middle income, insured families, 25 percent of adults said that they or a family member had skipped doses of a prescribed medication because of its cost. Even i

When Does COBRA Coverage Begin?

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If you have group health insurance through your employer, the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1986 (COBRA) gives you and your covered spouse and dependents the right to continue health insurance coverage through the group plan when a qualifying event occurs. COBRA coverage begins o

Cobra Notification Requirements

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COBRA is a federally mandated continuing health insurance program that was enacted under the Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 1986. It requires that employers allow employees the right to continuing health care in the event of certain specified events (called qualifying events) that would

High-Tension Power Lines & Potential Health Risks

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Power linespower lines image by Edsweb from Fotolia.comHigh-tension power lines are electrical lines that transmit electric current over long distances. The lines usually go from the source of production of power, called the main station, to the intended destination. These destinations...

What Are Premium Progressive Brands?

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Progressive lenses, also called progressive addition lenses or no-line bifocals, are available in basic and deluxe styles. Each lens company makes its own variations, and some PALs are considered top-of-the-line, or premium.

What Resources Are Allowed for Family Health Plus?

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Family Health Plus is a public health insurance program for low-income adults ages 19 through 64 administered by the New York State Department of Health. It is available for singles, couples without children, and parents. The program has set limits for eligibility depending on income status, as well

How to Wave HIPAA Rights

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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 requires healthcare providers to de-identify patient files -- which includes the removal of unique identifying numbers, characteristics and codes -- as well as provide system-wide protection from unauthorized persons viewing pa

Having Humana Insurance Isn't the Only Key to Being Healthy

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Having health insurance is imperative to staying healthy no matter what are you are whether you area young child, young adult, or even elderly. This is because it is through doctor's appointments, cat scans, and ...

Texas Medicare Supplements - What Coverage Do You Have?

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Understanding every ins and outs of a Medicare supplement can be very puzzling. With there being so many different types of supplemental plans, researching and finding the product to fit your wants and budget is ...

Get Your Medication Discount Card Immediately Online

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Some people are not immediately convinced that a medication discount card can possibly give them up to 75% discount on their medications without some obligation on their part. However, at some point they do come ...

Health Insurance: A Necessity and Not a Substitute

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One of my friend, Rishabh, used to tell me how he felt that health insurance is a substitute and not a necessity at all. However, one incident in his life changed his perception forever. His ...

How to Learn About Home Care

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Home care refers to live-in and daycare given to children, elderly and disabled patrons in homes. This home care can include health care, housekeeping and companionship. The home healthcare industry is a fast-growing, service-oriented industry in continued high demand due to the needs of an aging, w

How to Get Reimbursed by Medicare

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If you are enrolled in standard Medicare, your doctors and suppliers are required to file Medicare claims for any services or treatment covered. If you are enrolled in a Medicare advantage plan, you may need to file your own claim in some instances. For example, if you receive emergency treatment by

How to Become a Nevada Health Plan Provider

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Medical providers are reimbursed at higher rates if they contract with health plans. Plan members also have a lower out-of-pocket expense when they utilize a participating provider. Therefore, it is to the advantage of a provider to contract with health plans dominant in the area.

Good Health Insurance for an Individual and Family

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Health insurance helps provide coverage for medical expenses that people could not otherwise afford. There are many different types of health insurance that private insurers offer to increase their customer base. Most of these policies follow the same basic pattern: individuals and families pay a mo

HIPAA Non-Disclosure Rules

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The HIPAA non-disclosure rules provide protection regarding the disclosure of personal health information.Smiling young doctor image by Monika 3 Steps Ahead from Fotolia.comThe Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, also known as HIPAA, is federal legislation that...

Delaware Laws on Medicare Supplements for ESRD

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Those with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) often rely on Medicare to provide health insurance. Unfortunately, Medicare does not provide much coverage to ESRD enrollees patients. They do not qualify for any Medicare Advantage plans, so they can obtain traditional Medicare. Medigap policies...

How to Discount Dental Services

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According to Colgate, most patients should visit their dentist twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. Each of these visits consists of charges for the cleaning itself, X-rays and the dental exam. You can take steps to significantly lower the costs of this care.

How to Purchase Maternity Insurance After a Pregnancy in North Carolina

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Pregnancy related health care costs can be extremely high if you do not have maternity coverage. According to the American Pregnancy Association, delivery costs alone range from $6,000 to $8,000. In North Carolina, there are several options for obtaining insurance after a pregnancy.