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Is Health Insurance Worth The Cost?

by | Oct 5, 2024 | Health Insurance

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Before You Cancel Your Health Insurance, Do Your Research

As living costs get higher, many households across Nevada are looking for ways to reduce expenses. For some, cutting down or even eliminating the cost of health insurance may seem like a simple way to keep more money in the bank without reducing their standard of living. This may be especially true for those who are young and healthy and do not expect high medical bills anytime soon.

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Is Health Insurance Worth The Cost?

Avoid the Temptation of Saving Money

Obviously, if you make it through the policy term without using your health insurance, you would have saved hundreds or thousands of dollars by foregoing coverage. The temptation is real! However, if you’ve ever spoken with a licensed financial planner, they always advise to get health insurance. There is an important reason. Without health insurance, it can be a serious gamble. Reason being, just one routine preventative care or mild medical event can result in large medical bills. Simple stitches at an Emergency Room can cost thousands!

A health insurance agent can help you consider your needs and budget and find a health insurance plan that you can afford.

 

Health Insurance Coverage When You Really Need It

The average American health insurance plan for a family of 4 without a government “Subsidy” is $18,000ish per year. Whereas, with a subsidy, what they pay could be much less depending on their income and if they don’t have coverage offered through their employer. Their coverage generally pays the total cost of annual check-ups, which have a value of approximately $200-$300 per person in the family. If the individual needs no other care that year, they could have saved a bundle skipping health insurance coverage. However, medical costs add up quickly. If you experience a simple medical emergency, such as abdominal pain, just checking into the emergency room can cost thousands!! The ER doctor that sees you may charge you another $1,000 or so, depending on what takes place, to provide immediate care. If they order MRIs or CT scans, the price may climb even higher.

If you experience a more extensive medical emergency and require hospitalization, hospital bills may quickly become a burden. A three-day stay, for example, could set you back about $60,000 depending on what tests are ordered and what happens during your stay. Fixing a broken leg could cost $7,500. If you are diagnosed with a serious medical condition, you could find yourself hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical debt.

Even if you are not living with any chronic conditions and are in good general health, you could experience an unexpected medical emergency at any time.

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What Does Health Insurance Cover?

Health insurance plans sold on the Marketplace include 10 essential benefits.

These include:

  • Hospitalization
  • Emergency care
  • Pediatric services
  • Prescription drugs
  • Laboratory services
  • Outpatient hospital care
  • Prenatal and postnatal care
  • Rehabilitative and habilitative services and devices
  • Mental health and substance use disorder services
  • Preventive and wellness services and chronic disease management

Some health insurance plans have additional coverage for family planning services, vision and dental care and medical management programs.

 

How to Find Affordable Health Insurance with Nevada Insurance Enrollment

Rather than skipping health insurance coverage, consider looking for a comprehensive plan that fits your needs and budget. At Nevada Insurance Enrollment, our health insurance agents specialize in helping you review plans across multiple companies to find the one that best fits your needs. We can also help you determine whether you qualify for government subsidies that can help lower your monthly premiums.

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The vehicle’s history report includes information such as its previous owners, open recalls and damage, accidents, repairs, maintenance history, and odometer readings. If you are buying the vehicle from a dealership, then they will probably provide you with the report if you ask for it.

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Every state has its own laws for what you should do with your license plates if you sell your vehicle or cancel your auto insurance policy. In some states, you are allowed to keep personalized and vanity plates, but you must turn in regular license plates.

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Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Vehicle Recalls

If you get a recall notice in the mail, read the letter carefully. It describes the issue and outlines any risk that it poses or warning signs that you should pay attention to. It also gives you a timeline within which you have to schedule an appointment with a licensed dealer to have the issue taken care of.

 

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How To Spot Health Insurance Scams

There are numerous health insurance options and navigating the system can feel a little daunting. Unfortunately, scammers take advantage of people’s confusion by pretending to offer cheap, hassle-free help with obtaining health insurance coverage.

The Tow Truck Damaged My Vehicle After An Accident

This also applies to damage that occurs after the accident. While you may consider the damage from the accident and the damage from the tow truck to be all one incident, your insurer will view it differently.

A Friend Wrecked My Car, What Happens Next?

If your friend was hit by an insured driver, the process will be simple enough. The at-fault driver will file a claim with their insurance company, who will pay to get your vehicle back to pre-accident condition. If the collision was bad enough to cause an injury, the at-fault driver’s auto insurance could also cover medical bills, lost wages and any other expenses associated with the accident.

Why Every Household Driver Should Be On Your Auto Insurance Policy

Generally speaking, anyone who lives with you that has a drivers license – whether they’re a member of your family or not – is considered by your insurer to be a member of your household. College students away from home without a vehicle aren’t required to be on a policy, and could be a “permissive” driver.

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