Many people believe it’s not important to see a doctor unless they have a specific problem—an ear infection or a broken bone, for example. This is a mistake, as people of all ages need preventive care to make sure they are in good health. Having a comprehensive California health insurance …
Insurance Navigator vs. Certified Insurance Agent: What’s The Difference?
Covered California, the state’s health insurance exchange, appointed insurance “navigators” to assist consumers with enrollment in health plans through the marketplace. But, what exactly is an insurance navigator, and what kind of training do they have? And what’s the difference between an insurance navigator and a certified insurance agent? Your …
Sign Up for Coverage Using the California Health Benefit Exchange
Back when the Affordable Health Care Act (AHCA) was first passed, the federal government provided funds to the states in order to be able to set up their own Health Benefit Exchange websites to help supply information to the general public, as well as use them to sign up for …
You Are Still Able to Choose Your Carrier under the Affordable Health Care Act
By now, everyone should have heard about the Affordable Health Care Act, or Obamacare, as some people like to call it. Recently, this Act was one of the underlying causes that led to the government shutdown in October. While the President held his ground, because he believes every American citizen …
Small Business Health Insurance Coverage Is More Affordable Under the Affordable Health Care Act
With the changes in healthcare reform, small business owners need to evaluate and consider whether it is worthwhile to offer health insurance coverage to their employees. In the past, most small businesses were not required to provide an employer-sponsored program. However, with the new tax incentives, subsidies, and other features …
Survey Finds Most Health Insurance Exchanges Enrollees Were Previously Uninsured
A survey conducted in recent months by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that six in 10 individuals who signed up for a health plan, either through the federal health insurance exchange or a state-based exchange, such as Covered California, were previously uninsured. Four in 10 already had insurance prior to …
Compare Insurance Plans by Using Coverage California
You may have heard in the news recently about all of the problems there have been with the government-run health insurance site. You might have experienced some of these issues firsthand when trying to learn more about your available options, plans and rates, and trying to sign up for insurance …
Water Safety Tips for Summer
Millions of people look forward to water sports and activities during summer, whether at a local beach, river, lake, or backyard swimming pool. The most important thing you can do for you family, in terms of water safety, is to make sure everyone in the family, no matter how young …
Covered California Offering Special Enrollment Period for COBRA Participants
California’s health insurance exchange, Covered California, recently announced that for a limited time it will allow individuals who are currently on COBRA (the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) to switch to a Covered California plan. COBRA enrollees have from between May 15 and July 15, 2014 to sign up for …
Tips for Staying Safe during the Hot Summer Months
Summer is upon us, and that means lots of outdoor activities and fun in the sun. It’s important to protect yourself from dangers like sunburn and dehydration while outdoors. Common mistakes people make are forgetting sunscreen and not drinking/carrying enough water. Not taking precautions can be more than a minor …