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Why You Should Have and How You Can Afford Health Insurance

By Kent Kingsley

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Published: 26Aug2010
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Health insurance continues to be a primary concern for many US citizens. With the recent economic downturn from 2007-2009, it is estimated that 1 in 5 nonelderly adults do not have health insurance. Some that do have insurance are woefully underinsured. If you find yourself in either of those categories, you have a few options available to you. One of those is to purchase an individual health insurance policy. Individuals can purchase their own private insurance through a well known carriers that will help them get the care they need at a price point that is beneficial to them.

Due to the high unemployment rate many people feel that they cannot obtain affordable health insurance. The real question is "how can you afford not to have health insurance". Many families have been launched into bankruptcy proceedings because of an unexpected illness that racked up the medical bills while they did not have coverage. Therefore the question is - Do you need it? The answer is YES, and here are ways that you can make sure that you can afford it!

With the cost of medical care rising, it is important to protect yourself and your assets by having at least a high deductible catastrophic policy. This will at least keep your medical claims to a number that will likely prevent you from filing the bankruptcy paperwork. The best option here is an HSA qualified plan. These plans have a single family deductible that must be met before insurance picks up the rest of the tab. These plans are typically 30-50% less expensive than a comprehensive copay plan. So you not only save hundreds of dollars a month in premiums but you are likely saving your retirement, house and other assets in the event of a major claim.

Families may find that it is cheaper to get private insurance for family members rather than put them on their policy at work. Even though you as the employee are subsidized by your employer, there is nothing that requires your employer to pay for your family's portion of the premium. This means you are paying full price for your spouse and children. With the rising costs of health insurance, most employers are now going this route and leaving the employee to pay the full premium for the family.

It is in your best interest to educate yourself on all your options. A qualified health insurance broker will be able to explain all the benefits of the plans and assist you in making the right decision when it comes to your health insurance policy.

Kent Kingsley is an independent health insurance agent in Charlotte North Carolina and helps individuals understand all their options. If you are looking for individual coverage please visit this NC health insurance site to learn about your options.

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