Posts from: April 2015

When my husband and I sent our two children away to college a few years ago, we didn’t have to worry about medical insurance.  They were both covered under their father’s company plan until the age of 26.  Unfortunately, all college bound students aren’t so lucky.  So, what options are available if a child doesn’t have coverage under a parents plan? Many parents aren’t aware that colleges and universities offer medical plans to students, and […]

The Affordable care Act has changed the “Annual Exam” for all insurance plans including Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage plans. The ACA mandates that these exams be offered for seniors on an annual basis at no cost. Certain labs and other services may be included. How do you get the most from your short time with the doctor? When you set the appointment, state you want a Medicare Annual Wellness Exam. This includes a specific […]

Take it from me. I have found myself settling in to a very sedentary role.  I can spend hour after hour sitting in front of my computer analyzing health plans and looking for ways to help my client’s keep their employees healthy.  I tout active life styles and preventive exams, all free and all do nothing but make people’s endorphins soar and feel better both mentally and physically.  But did I practice what I preach? […]