What classifies as “free” preventive care?
If your ACA-qualified health insurance plan begins on or after 2010, and you are up-to-date with your premiums, your plan must provide you with preventive care. What’s considered “free preventive…Read More
What Classifies as “Free” Preventive Care?
If your ACA-qualified health insurance plan begins on or after 2010, and you are up-to-date with your premiums, your plan must provide you with preventive care. What’s considered “free preventive…Read More
Why You Should Get a Medicare Flu Shot
As a Medicare beneficiary, you may wonder whether your coverage includes the seasonal influenza vaccine, commonly referred to as a flu shot. As long as the doctor or qualified healthcare…Read More
What You Need to Know About ACA Mental Health Coverage
While many Americans once lacked insurance coverage to pay for mental health treatment, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has helped change that. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions…Read More
The 10 Essential Health Benefits: All You Need to Know
Since 2014, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has mandated that insurance plans cover 10 specific services. This mandatory list of services applies to many individual health plans or plans offered…Read More
Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery? A Clear Look at Coverage
Half of Americans by age 80 either have cataracts or have had cataract surgery.1 Determining if Medicare covers the procedure is an important step in determining your coverage, options, and…Read More
What Can I Use My HSA For?
In 2020, approximately 29 million Americans were enrolled in high-deductible health insurance plans with health savings accounts (HSAs).1 HSAs are tax-deductible bank accounts that you can use to pay for health…Read More
The Medicare Part D Donut Hole: What It Is & How to Prepare For It
Medicare Part D, also known as a Prescription Drug Plan (PDP), helps people with Medicare pay for their medication. These plans are purchased from private health insurance providers and come…Read More
Vaccines Are Covered as Free Preventative Services by Health Insurance
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expanded healthcare coverage to include preventive services1. These services are provided without a deductible, copay, or coinsurance. By following a recommended vaccination schedule, you can…Read More
Health Insurance Options for Infants
Ensuring that your baby is adequately insured is important. After all, your newborn will probably see a doctor more often than anyone else in your family. HealthMarkets can walk you…Read More
