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  1. HMO vs EPO vs PPO: Compare health insurance plans
    HMO vs. EPO vs. PPO: What are the differences?

    The idea behind health insurance is simple: It helps cover your medical costs if you have an injury or illness. But the reality of health insurance in America is a bit more complicated. There are a lot of acronyms involved—HMO vs. EPO vs. PPO vs. POS vs. HSA vs. PCP. Figuring out which insurance plan …

    June 1, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  2. Qualifying life event for health insurance
    What is a qualifying life event for health insurance?

    If you’ve recently gotten married or had a baby, you’re probably wondering what to do about changing your health insurance plan. Significant changes like this can affect your eligibility for health insurance. Let’s take a look at qualifying life events for Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans and how they impact when you’re able to apply …

    May 26, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  3. No Health Insurance
    No health insurance? Try these 2020 resources

    In 2018, 9% of Americans were uninsured. Two years and a pandemic later, millions of unemployment claims are flooding the Department of Labor’s desk. Since nearly half of Americans had an employer-sponsored health plan, we can expect the number of uninsured patients to rise.  Although some states still enforce it, there’s no longer a tax …

    May 20, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  4. How to Get Health Insurance
    How to get health insurance

    Choosing a health insurance plan is a tough decision, as it’s impossible to know what the future of your health holds. On one hand, if you have a pre-existing condition, you can count on frequent doctor’s visits and prescription fills. On the other hand, you can’t predict when medical emergencies or a pandemic will strike. Whether …

    May 20, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  5. High Deductible Health Plan
    What is a high deductible health plan?

    Having health insurance is necessary, but it’s not always affordable. The premiums for plans that offer a lower deductible and low out-of-pocket expenses aren’t feasible for many. Enter the high deductible health plan. A high deductible health plan can potentially both save you money and allow you more flexibility than traditional health plans. Here’s everything …

    May 10, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  6. Catastrophic Health Insurance
    What is catastrophic health insurance?

    Your health insurance, over time, is a malleable thing. It can change for several reasons—either you’ve started a new job, or moved states, or your old plan was canceled, for example. But the downside is that sometimes, that change means you can no longer afford traditional insurance. Luckily, there’s another option for some of us: …

    May 9, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  7. HDHP vs PPO
    HDHP vs. PPO: What’s the difference?

    Choosing the best healthcare plan for you can be a tricky process. You may have more questions than answers after reviewing your health benefits when starting a new job or during open enrollment.  High deductible health plans (HDHP) and preferred provider organization (PPO) plans are two common options employers provide for health insurance. One of …

    May 8, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  8. What is a PPO?
    What is a PPO?

    When it comes to health insurance, there’s no shortage of acronyms and unfamiliar terms required to understand how health coverage works. Do you have or are you considering signing up for a PPO? Learn what it is, whether it’s the right option for you, and how to know if you already have one.  What is …

    May 8, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  9. deductible vs premium
    What’s the difference between a deductible and a premium?

    When choosing a health plan, there are often two numbers that matter most: the deductible and the premium. A plan with a low monthly premium seems great because you’re paying less every month. However, it typically has a higher deductible, so you’ll spend more on healthcare costs before receiving any cost-sharing from insurance. And vice …

    May 7, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  10. Deductible vs. Out-Of-Pocket Maximum
    What’s the difference between a deductible and out-of-pocket maximum?

    You just received a medical procedure and see the bill—you owe money. But don’t you pay a monthly fee for health insurance so you don’t have to pay medical bills? Not quite.  Each year, many policyholders must spend a certain amount out of pocket on eligible medical services before their insurance plan begins paying for …

    May 7, 2020 • SingleCare Team

  11. Urgent care vs emergency room visits
    Urgent care vs. emergency room visits: What’s the difference?

    If you’ve ever had a moderate to severe health problem, you’ve probably been to an emergency room or urgent care center. One particularly difficult part of dealing with a health problem is deciding where you should go for treatment. Let’s take a look at the difference between urgent care centers and emergency rooms—and their costs—so …

    April 30, 2020 • SingleCare Team

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This article is not medical advice. It is intended for general informational purposes and is not meant to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, immediately call your physician or dial 911.