Get more health insurance with less money.
When you are shopping for health insurance, either for your family or your business, you may actually save money by using two policies than one! This may surprise you, but many agents are urging their clients to consider purchasing two separate types of health policies to provide great coverage for less money.
Major Medical – High Deductibles
Consider major medical health insurance. We all know it is expensive, but a higher deductible plan can be a lot more affordable. It can also be easier to be accepted for one. And I have seen top insurers who even offer longer rate guarantees on them, and some come bundled with prescription coverage and doctor’s office copay features.
Now, a five or ten thousand dollar deductible may seem steep, but consider saving a few hundred dollars a month in premium. Also consider the fact that many insurance companies will not underwrite, or evaluate risk, as strictly on a higher deductible policy. If you, or somebody in your family or small business has a health condition, a higher deductible health plan may be your best option!
Health/Accident Supplemental Health Insurance
Next, consider a supplemental illness and accident policy to fit right under your deductible. These type of plans are usually fairly inexpensive, and provide cash in case of an accident or specified major illness. You can use this cash to help defray your deductible expenses, or provide for medical expenses that your major medical policy may not cover. You may also need the cash for extra expenses like transportation or meals out while a family member is being treated for an illness or injury.
You may be able to purchase a supplemental health and accident policy as a package, or find one accident policy and one sickness policy. Sometimes health insurance comes with an association membership, and the association provides supplemental coverage for a very reasonable price!
A qualified insurance professional can help you.
Health insurance is expensive, but an experienced health insurance agent can help tailor a plan that works for your family and fits in your budget. I would suggest finding an insurance agent that represents more than one company, rather than a captive insurance agent who is highly motivated to push one type of plan! You should have an opportunity to compare different types of health insurance policies.
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