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- Individual
January 22, 2021
Quality Ratings of Health Plans on HealthCare.gov
gov offers a health insurance plan quality ratings (or "star ratings") program.
- Individual
January 21, 2021
How To Appeal a Marketplace Decision
If you don’t agree with a decision made by the Health Insurance Marketplace, you may be able to file an appeal.
- Individual
January 12, 2021
What Marketplace Health Insurance Plans Cover
All plans offered in the Marketplace cover these 10 essential Health Benefits: Ambulatory patient services (outpatient care you get without being admitted to a…
- Individual
December 29, 2020
What Can a Health Insurance Broker Do For You?
While most people realize they can purchase their health insurance directly through the Marketplace, what they don't realize is by doing so, they are missing…
- Individual
December 28, 2020
Arizona Insurance Carriers and Metal Tiers
The carrier list in this article is from 2020. Bright Health no longer sells Arizona Marketplace plans.
- Individual
December 9, 2020
What Happens If You Miss Open Enrollment?
For 2027 coverage, HealthCare.gov open enrollment runs November 1, 2026 through January 15, 2027.
- Medicare
October 22, 2020
4 ways to slash Medicare costs in retirement
Many seniors who enroll in Medicare are shocked to learn that it's far from free. In fact, sometimes there are many out-of-pocket costs you'll incur on…
- Medicare
October 13, 2020
Changing your Medicare Part D Plans
You can still change a Part D plan during Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period, October 15 through December 7.
- Medicare
October 12, 2020
Types of Medicare Advantage Coverage
Did you know there are several different types of Medicare Advantage plans? You might have a choice of several kinds, such as: HMO (Health Maintenance…
- Medicare
October 2, 2020
Original Medicare with a Medigap VS. Medicare Advantage
People with Medicare looking to fill gaps in their coverage and/or get assistance with Medicare costs can choose to enroll in a supplemental insurance policy…
- Individual
September 15, 2020
Alternative Coverage Options As a Result of Lost Health Insurance Due To Job Loss
If you lose job-based coverage, the usual options are a Marketplace special enrollment period, COBRA when your employer offers it, or another job-based plan.
- Medicare
August 19, 2020
How to file an appeal if your Medicare Advantage Plan doesn't cover an item or service
If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan, you know it covers a lot of items and services, like prescription drugs, diabetic test supplies, cardiovascular…