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Health Insurance Tips

Follow these directions to take a web journey on health care insurance:

1. Log on to www.healthinsurance.org
  • Start your journey by selecting "Glossary" and getting familiar with terminology that is used in health care insurance.
  • Next, select "Overview of Insurance" which provides an overview of insurance including information about factors that influence the design of health insurance plans including legal factors; types of health insurance plans and related benefits; deductibles, copayments, and reimbursements; and dental, vision, & prescription plans.
  • If you have a medical condition that might prevent you from obtaining coverage in some health insurance plans, select "Risk Pools" and read on.
  • Before you make a decision about buying health insurance, select "Consumer Tips."
  • This web site also will link you to other sources on information on health insurance by selecting "Links."