Individuals with serious medical conditions may find that they are no longer able to work and earn a living the same way that they were before their diagnosis. Understanding your disability insurance options can help you replace any lost wages from taking time off from work due to a medical condition. How Disability Insurance Works […]
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How to Compare Your Health Insurance Options During Open Enrollment
Taxes, physical exams, and oil changes are a few of the items adults have on our “To Do” list each year. But we should add one more item: Review your health insurance options. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the health care law signed by President Barack Obama in 2010, Americans have more options for […]
The Impact of the High Cost of Healthcare
It goes without saying that if you have a serious illness, or are dealing with a chronic illness, it will be harder for you to improve, or even maintain, your health if you cannot afford doctor visits, medications, tests, and other healthcare expenses. Unfortunately, this is happening all too often in the US as many […]
Can You Get Paid As A Family Caregiver?
Taking care of a parent, spouse, child or other loved one who can’t care for themselves is a rewarding, albeit sometimes stressful job. It’s wonderful know he/she is receiving safe, loving care. However, due to the demands of the role, many family caregivers reduce their work hours or stop working altogether. And many spend their […]
Tips for Handling Medical Bills
As if dealing with an illness or injury isn’t stressful enough, handling the bills and insurance paperwork can add an additional layer of stress to your life. Maybe the doctor’s office or hospital sent you a bill with a mistake. Or maybe your insurance company unexpectedly denied your claim. No matter your situation, it’s important […]