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How Health Insurance Works & Alternative Options
Enrolling in a health insurance plan is a way to stay healthy and protect yourself from catastrophic medical bills. As the cost of traditional health insurance rises, it becomes unaffordable for many people. As a result, people often go uninsured and have to pay full price for health care or not seek the care they need.
By Alexis Bryan
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CVS MinuteClinic vs. Urgent Care: Differences and Which Is Cheaper?
Retail clinics publish narrower cash menus, while urgent-care prices rise by service tier. In a 12-location urgent-care shopping sample, simple visits averaged $147 (median $150), test or X-ray tiers averaged $222, and complex tiers averaged $323.
By Mira Research Team
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What Is a Health Savings Account & How it Works
A health savings account (HSA) is a way to set aside pre-tax money for medical expenses if you have a high deductible health plan. There are several health savings account rules that determine who is eligible, contribution limits, money rollover, and how to remove funds from the account.
By Jacqueline Slobin
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What Are the Recommended Medical Tests by Age?
There are at least 12 recommended health screenings that you should consider getting at the doctor. The recommended medical tests vary by age depending on what conditions you are at highest risk for, but each typically costs $50 or more, depending on where you go to get tested.
By Jacqueline Slobin
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Best Health Insurance & Coverage Options For Freelancers 2024
Being a freelancer does not mean you should live without health coverage, even if you think you can’t afford it. Several options can help you access affordable coverage that fits within your budget. Some of these options include: the Affordable Care Act, gaining coverage through a spouse, COBRA Coverage, and the Freelancer’s Union.
By Spencer Lee
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Best Health Insurance & Coverage Options for Employers 2024
There are several options to get health insurance for employers that include small business group insurance, self-funded plans, and health reimbursement agreements. These plans differ in terms of what is covered, flexibility, cost, and reimbursements. This article attempts to look at which of the top four options might be the best option for your situation.
By Jacqueline Slobin
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What Health Screening Tests Should I Get in 2024?
Basic health screening tests are a category of medical tests that doctors use to determine the presence of diseases and adverse health conditions, prior to the onset of signs or symptoms. They are most often used to find health problems early in their development when these issues are more easily treated. As a preventative health measure, getting screened is one of the most important things you can do for yourself to stay healthy.
By Spencer Lee
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4 Incurable Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
There are four common incurable STIs and STDs: HSV/Herpes (Herpes Simplex Virus), HPV (Human Papillomavirus) HBV (Hepatitis B), HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). STIs are widespread, so in order to stay protected, you should have a thorough understanding of the risks and symptoms.
By Jeff White
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6 Best Health Insurance Coverage for Individuals 55 & Older
There are several ways that you can get the health coverage you need if you are 55 and older. Some ways to get coverage are through employer health insurance, private health insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare.
By Jacqueline Slobin
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5 Best Health Insurance Options for Unemployed Workers
There are many options for health coverage even for the unemployed- from government-backed coverage to alternative options that just cover your basic needs.
By Jeff White
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How To Eat Healthy On A Budget? A Nutritionist Explains
Michelle Routhenstein is a Preventive Cardiology Dietitian, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Certified Diabetes Educator who specializes in heart disease management and prevention. She explains how to eat healthy on a budget.
By Alyssa Corso
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New York City COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility
Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson have all received emergency use authorization from the FDA for the use of their Covid-19 vaccines. New York is following a phased distribution of the Covid-19 vaccine. This means that only people identified as eligible in the current phases will be able to receive the vaccine. Currently, only those in Phase 1A and Phase 1B are eligible to receive the vaccine.
By Spencer Lee
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