Healthcareinfo.com provides an easy to navigate state-by-state guide that provides answers to many questions regarding insurance in clean, outline format. Check it out - healthinsuranceinfo.net
Take care. Be well.
Dave
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Getting and keeping insurance by state
Not sure what to expect when it comes to getting and keeping insurance in your state? Preventive care begins with knowing your options. Maybe this link can help.
Healthcareinfo.com provides an easy to navigate state-by-state guide that provides answers to many questions regarding insurance in clean, outline format. Check it out - healthinsuranceinfo.net
Take care. Be well.
Dave
Healthcareinfo.com provides an easy to navigate state-by-state guide that provides answers to many questions regarding insurance in clean, outline format. Check it out - healthinsuranceinfo.net
Take care. Be well.
Dave
Friday, December 11, 2009
Reform Updates - Some big wins may be in store for women.
Since the November 30 debut of the "“The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act” (H.R. 3590) bill some headway seems to be made.
Among the 60 amendments made in the first week of debate is a major "win" for women's healthcare. Included in the amendments are the elimination of co-pay for some preventive women's health services - such as breast cancer and cervical cancer screenings.
Marking a turn in the much heated debate of the so called "public option" covering abortion, an amendment prohibiting federal funds covering abortion services is being drafted.
Compromise between extreme left and moderate liberals still needs to be reached in the Senate, and the House is still hammering the financial regulation package - with hopes of completion before breaking for the Holidays.
While and end may be in sight (though still miles away), it is important to maintain your regularly scheduled preventive healthcare measures. Its this writer's opinion that your health can't wait for the government. And for those still waiting for affordable coverage, know your current options.
Its my hope and prayer that affordable options will soon be made available to all Americans. But until then have a safe and healthy holiday season.
Take care. Be well.
Dave
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Among the 60 amendments made in the first week of debate is a major "win" for women's healthcare. Included in the amendments are the elimination of co-pay for some preventive women's health services - such as breast cancer and cervical cancer screenings.
Marking a turn in the much heated debate of the so called "public option" covering abortion, an amendment prohibiting federal funds covering abortion services is being drafted.
Compromise between extreme left and moderate liberals still needs to be reached in the Senate, and the House is still hammering the financial regulation package - with hopes of completion before breaking for the Holidays.
While and end may be in sight (though still miles away), it is important to maintain your regularly scheduled preventive healthcare measures. Its this writer's opinion that your health can't wait for the government. And for those still waiting for affordable coverage, know your current options.
Its my hope and prayer that affordable options will soon be made available to all Americans. But until then have a safe and healthy holiday season.
Take care. Be well.
Dave
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Comparison shopping - part II
A few weeks ago I blogged about comparison shopping for medical procedures. This time around, I want to bring to light information that is available for my neighbors in Illinois.
The Illinois Department of Public Health has issued an Illinois Hospital Report Card. By law citizens of Illinois have the right to access information about hospitals' care and costs, among other statistics.
This website allows for access to that information as well as conduct quick comparisons between area hospitals.
http://www.healthcarereportcard.illinois.gov/
Politics aside, a smart consumer rarely buys an important purchase without first researching the facts. However, so often when it comes to our healthcare we assume that we have no control over the bill. Why is that?
With the exception of emergencies, everyone has the time to seek out the right healthcare facility for them. Maintaining reasonable costs for standard procedures is a crucial component to your healthcare bill, your insurance premiums and ultimately the healthcare crisis in America. I urge everyone to become more familiar with the costs - as well as the cost disparity- among hospitals near you.
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The Illinois Department of Public Health has issued an Illinois Hospital Report Card. By law citizens of Illinois have the right to access information about hospitals' care and costs, among other statistics.
This website allows for access to that information as well as conduct quick comparisons between area hospitals.
http://www.healthcarereportcard.illinois.gov/
Politics aside, a smart consumer rarely buys an important purchase without first researching the facts. However, so often when it comes to our healthcare we assume that we have no control over the bill. Why is that?
With the exception of emergencies, everyone has the time to seek out the right healthcare facility for them. Maintaining reasonable costs for standard procedures is a crucial component to your healthcare bill, your insurance premiums and ultimately the healthcare crisis in America. I urge everyone to become more familiar with the costs - as well as the cost disparity- among hospitals near you.
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