The world of health insurance Is full of terms and acronyms that might have your brain buzzing. Knowing exactly what these terms mean can help you better control costs and make the most informed decisions for your health and wallet.
Let’s break down 10 common health insurance terms that you, as a hea...
A healthcare claim is a request for payment that you or your doctor submit to your health insurance company after you receive care. A claim will contain unique medical codes that have been interpreted from the healthcare providers notes during your visit. Using these cod...
Healthcare emergencies happen. How can you be prepared to get care quickly and safely without defaulting to the expensive emergency room? This quick read will help you determine the appropriate level of care for your needs before they surface.
You want to be certain you are doing all you can do to take care of your heart health. Making healthy lifestyle choices and knowing your risk factors are two of the best ways to ensure your heart is well cared for. You may already eat nutritiously or stay active, but how do you know what your risk f...
Laboratory services (Labs) are a healthcare offering which provide a snapshot of your current health and are typically performed annually or semi-annually. The importance of labs lies in their creating awareness for yourself and your doctor of your health status and progression.
Much like prev...
Employee assistance programs, or EAPs, have evolved since their inception just under a century ago. So much so, that what we know as today’s broad EAP scope stemmed from a single program. The original Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) was created to treat the negative effects alcoholism had on overall job p...
Typical service transactions are straight forward. When you walk into your frequented barber shop or hair salon, you should have a pretty good idea of what the bill will be when the service is complete. You will receive the service and pay the bill before heading out the door. All done! This familia...
If a possible unknown medical bill in the mail from your healthcare visit stirs up more fear in you than the effects of untreated injury and illness, this article is for you. The Healthcare Price Transparency Rule, effective January 1, 2021, brings patients closer to knowing what care will cost befo...
Retiring before 65? Hopefully finding the right health care coverage for you and your family has been at the top of mind. Roughly 90 days prior to your becoming Medicare eligible, chances are many of the health covera...
