Archive for March, 2006

National HSA use triples since March 2005

Tuesday, March 28th, 2006

More than 3 million people use the health savings account program, which began in late 2003

from Springfield Business Journal

…encouraging results regarding Medicare Part D

Sunday, March 26th, 2006

“Federal protections for certain drug classes have led to more extensive coverage by all plans for drugs in protected classes than in unprotected classes.”

from the Dailey Independent 

Take The Money And Run?

Thursday, March 23rd, 2006

“If the couple is healthy and they are insurable, I think they can make money off this deal,”

recent article from Forbes

Golden Rule’s New Temporary Health Insurance

Tuesday, March 14th, 2006

Golden Rule Insurance Company, a UnitedHealthcare company and leader in the individual insurance market for 60 years, today introduced its newest generation Short Term Medical plan to fill in gaps in coverage for individuals and families in times of transition and change.

Recent press realease

Sticker Shock Could Help with Healthcare Costs

Saturday, March 11th, 2006

America is at the most important crossroads in healthcare policy of our lifetimes. We are on the threshold of creating a 21st-century intelligent healthcare system that saves lives and saves money for every American.

Article from American Enterprise Institute

Pretax health plans have rapid growth

Friday, March 10th, 2006

Nearly 3.2 million people were covered by high-deductible health plans in January, America’s Health Insurance Plans reported Thursday.

That’s more than triple the number of people covered by the new breed of benefit less than a year earlier, according to AHIP, a national trade association of health benefits companies.

Story at the Detriot Free Press

Is ‘premium’ Auto insurance worth the premium?

Wednesday, March 8th, 2006

Auto insurance extras, like Allstate’s “accident forgiveness” don’t come free. See if premium features are worth the premium.

Story at Marketwatch »

15 things you need to know about insurance

Wednesday, March 8th, 2006

“Insurance is complicated and confusing. This guide answers some basic questions on where you need coverage and how much.”

A brief overview of 15 of the most commonly asked questions about insurance over at MSN Money »

Shopping for auto insurance

Wednesday, March 1st, 2006

Savvy shopping for insurance requires a little more effort than many people tend to give it. Too many consumers simply grab the first price they come across or accept routine rate increases without digging further for a better deal. It is important to compare not only the price but the coverage and exclusions among carriers.

Read Story at MSN »

UF health insurance in spotlight

Wednesday, March 1st, 2006

Health insurance for University of Florida students could improve through less student control after a vote by the Student Senate Tuesday.

The current insurance offered to students isn’t enough, said Sen. Mike Bowen, author of the bill, because the student-dominated Insurance Board doesn’t have the expertise to negotiate good deals with insurance companies.

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