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Here’s where to start
OPEN ENROL LMENT
is creeping closer, and now is the
time to start planning for the next year.
Today, people spend more time planning their weekend
getaway than researching their health care benefits. Aflac
reported that in 2014, 46 percent of people spent 30 minutes
or less reviewing health care plan offerings. Why? Mostly
because people don’t really know where to start when
it comes to reviewing benefits and making health plan
decisions.
Even though that weekend escape is important for your
health, so is planning for your health care future, and some
simple questions and guidelines can help take out the
guesswork.
First, gather some information from the last year’s health
care costs and individual health status. How much did you
pay out of pocket? Was last year a typical year? Did anyone
in the family develop a new health issue or possibly resolve a
past issue?
Choosing your health plan?
Most important is to learn how your coverage works.
Utilize company resources. Often your company will provide
links to decision support tools and other resources for you to
make the most informed decision.
Learn more about health savings accounts and how they
can benefit you. Also remember to check into wellness
programs offered by your employer. Often there are financial
benefits as well as health benefits when you take advantage
of these offerings.
Choosing which path to take when it comes to open
enrollment is seldom a quick decision, so take your time and
do your research. And enjoy that weekend getaway!
Are you
eligible?
To find a tool for
estimating whether
you qualify for
Medicaid and
subsidies, and how
much you may need
to pay for health
insurance, go to
healthcare.gov
.
When planning for your health care
future, some simple questions and
guidelines can help take out the
guesswork.
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Info:
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