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Health Insurance Premiums, Deductibles, Copays and Coinsurance

Traditional health insurance, the kind that allows you to see any doctor who accepts your insurance, has been on the wane for years. Newer policies under the umbrellas of preferred provider option (PPO) networks and … See more

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Medical Bankruptcy: What It Is & What You Should Know

WEBAs many as 62% of bankruptcies include significant medical debt, according to a study the Maine Law Review. Despite causing so much financial stress, there is no actual …

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Hospital and Surgery Costs – Paying for Medical Treatment

WEBThe average per-day hospital cost in the U.S. is $2,883, with California ($4,181) the most expensive, and Mississippi ($1,305) the least. The average hospital …

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COBRA Health Insurance: What Is It & Should You Use It

WEBTaking care of your family comes first, even in a survival budget, and COBRA or some other form of health coverage should be a part of it. A gap in insurance …

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Senior Health Care Options

WEBMedicare. Medicare is the federal health insurance program for seniors older than 65, who have worked full time for at least 10 years. Medicare is paid for by a …

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Five Tips to Reduce Your Health Care Costs

WEBWe all know the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” While it may take more than just an apple, a new study found that the general principle is true: …

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End-of-Life Care Options: Hospice Costs and Paying for Care

WEBRoutine home care, for which Medicare provides $207 a day for days 1-60. Routine home care, at $163 a day, for days 61 and after. Continuous home care, …

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Financial Help for Medical Bills

WEBPatient advocates typically charge between $100 and $165 and hour and will often charge 20% to 30% of whatever savings they might realize for you. Qualified …

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Medicaid: Program Eligibility, Coverage & Costs

WEBMedicaid is a public-assistance program for needy Americans of all ages. Medicare is a federal health-insurance program that guarantees coverage for seniors …

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What You Need to Know About Medical Bills & Collections

WEBA September 2023 study by The Commonwealth Fund found that about 40% of U.S. adults (about 100 million people) currently carry medical or dental debt, whether those debts …

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Government Programs and Financial Assistance for Mental Health

WEBThere are some free and low-cost options you can explore. Many Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) provide mental health services on a sliding-fee scale …

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Medical Debt Consolidation: Should You Do It

WEBThe advantage of a HELOC is you borrow what you need and only pay interest on what you borrow. If you have $50,000 in a HELOC and $20,000 in medical bills, you would borrow …

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Financial Help for Cancer Patients

WEBThe organization’s phone number is (800) 813-4673 and its website is www.cancercare.org. AvonCares Program for Women Fighting Cancer. Offers financial …

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Financial Help for Adults and Children with Special Needs

WEBFinancial Aid for Special Needs Children and Adults. The cost for caring a child with special needs can be frightening. In 2022, the Brookings Institute estimated …

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Debt Stress: How Debt Affects Mental Health

WEBThey don’t tell the human side of struggling through a shortage of money. Fact is, debt stress syndrome is linked to a number of mental health issues, including a massive …

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U.S. Poverty Statistics and Facts (Updated for 2024)

WEBIn the late 1950s, the poverty rate in the U.S. was approximately 22%, with just shy of 40 million Americans living in poverty. The rate declined steadily, reaching a …

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Financial Assistance for Seniors: Programs & Debt Relief

WEBIn 2022, the premium for Part B is $170 a month, with a deductible of $233 a year. After meeting the deductible you’ll usually pay 20% of the Medicare approved …

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Financial Help for COVID-19

WEBFederal Government Relief for COVID-19. Congress passed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act in March 2021, following up on COVID-19 relief actions …

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Debt-Free Living: Is It Possible & How to Limit Your Debt

WEB3. Make a Budget That You Can Stick to. Once you calculate your debt and monthly expenses and choose a method for the ultimate goal of becoming debt free, the …

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