Health insurance is something that everyone needs, even when you are young and healthy. It’s important to have insurance that at least covers hospitalization and major medical expenses. After all, you may be healthy, but accidents and unexpected illnesses can still happen. The last thing you want is to have …
Save Time Applying for California Health Insurance
If you are self-employed or own your own small business, your life is especially busy. You probably spend a lot of extra hours working and building up your business. You don’t have a lot of time to go sit with an insurance agent to find out the best California health …
The Benefits of Anthem Blue Cross of California
If you are looking for California health insurance that gives you a wide variety of options of coverage, you should take a look at Anthem Blue Cross of California. In addition to the 100% coverage of preventive care that is required by the Health Care Reform Act, Anthem Blue Cross …
What is a Medicare Advantage Plan?
Medicare Advantage plans are programs that contract with Medicare to provide you with your Part A and Part B benefits. Most Medicare Advantage plans are Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs), but they also can be Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs), private fee-for-service plans or special needs plans. Most of these plans also …
Compare Your California Health Insurance Options with the Help of a Pro
California health insurance has been affected by the recent changes in health care in this country. In addition to federally mandated changes to health care coverage, there are also statewide mandates that affect who and what can be covered. It can be difficult to keep up with these changes, and …
What’s New In the Affordable Care Act?
The Affordable Care Act, enacted in 2010, has a number of provisions that will be implemented in phases, through 2014. During the coming year, there are several additions to the scope of the healthcare reform act. Here is a summary of what you can expect to see in 2013: Improving …
Changes Coming in 2013 under the Affordable Care Act
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) continues to transform America’s healthcare system, and new changes are on the horizon for 2013. They include improvements to preventive health coverage, increases in Medicaid payments for primary care doctors (PCPs), improved coordination of patient care in the form of “bundling,” and additional funding for …
What the Healthcare Mandate Will Mean for Employers
Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA, also referred to as “Obamacare”), most individuals will be required to carry health insurance as of January 1, 2014 or else face penalties. This will affect employers as well, as businesses with more than 50 employees will be required to offer health insurance to …
Don’t Give Up Your Fitness Routine in the Winter Months
Many people experience a reduced sense of motivation to exercise in the winter months, especially in areas where winters are very cold and snowy. While it can be difficult to leave the comfort and warmth of your home, keeping fit is important year round not only for your physical health …
Anthem Blue Cross Carries a Variety of Individual Insurance Options
Benefit Packages is an independent insurance agency, providing medical insurance to Californians since 1987. In addition to the other companies they represent, they also are one of the top 20 insurance agencies in the country working with Anthem Blue Cross to provide consumers with individual health care insurance. Anthem Blue …