It might be tempting to buy a health plan based on the lowest monthly premium, but if you do, you might be surprised at your costs at the end of the year. So, when you compare plan prices, it’s important to estimate your total yearly costs so you can find a plan that meets your needs and budget.
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When you buy health insurance, you can choose from four categories called “metal levels”—Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum. These have nothing to do with the quality of care. Instead, the differences are based on how much each plan will pay for covered costs, compared to what you’ll pay.
Don’t let your health plan go to waste. Here are some tips to help you get the best value out of your coverage while reducing out-of-pocket medical expenses.
When a Community Health Options Member gave birth ahead of schedule, the premature newborn received the best possible care at a big city hospital. But Mom and Dad lived two hours away with two more children to care for, putting incredible strain on the whole family, on top of having a new baby with complex medical needs. Community Health Options helped move them to local care so everyone could be together--at home.
The summer’s winding down and fall will be here before we know it—and that means it’s time to head back to school. While this is an exciting time of year—new classes and teachers, new sneakers, reuniting with old friends and making new ones—grown-ups and children can both start to feel some pressure as a new school year begins.
