Archive for May, 2006

Health Insurance for the Masses

Wednesday, May 31st, 2006

Many economists have long sought the creation of a new market for health insurance where individuals and families would be allowed to own and control their own health insurance, just like they own and control other types of insurance.

from the Washington Post

Analysis Reveals Uninsured Purchasing HSA Plans

Thursday, May 25th, 2006

“HSA insurance plans have been successful in reaching the uninsured and keeping down insurance premium increases,” said Tarren Bragdon. “These plans are revolutionizing health insurance by providing individuals and small businesses with low-cost health benefit while encouraging savings for future medical expenses.

from Magic City Morning Star

Young families need to add, carefully, to their insurance

Monday, May 8th, 2006

As young adults form young families, their insurance needs change drastically. In short, they need a lot more of it.

from Chicago Tribune

OPM chooses companies to provide dental, vision insurance

Saturday, May 6th, 2006

The new dental and vision options, which Congress mandated in 2004, will be available to all employees eligible for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and all retirees, although neither employees nor retirees have to be enrolled in a health plan to participate.

from Federal Times

Your Health-Care Woes: Solved

Wednesday, May 3rd, 2006

A Health Savings Account just might be the perfect solution for you. HSAs are just two years old, but they’re already transforming America’s insurance landscape.

from Industry Week