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	<title>individual health insurance</title>
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				<title>Individual Health Insurance Company - Why Should I Look For One?</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/individual-health-insurance-company-why-should-i-look-for-one</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2006 20:27:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance policy</category><category>health insurance company</category><category>definitely</category><category>http</category><category>job</category><category>insurance policy holders</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/individual-health-insurance-company-why-should-i-look-for-one</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Even though many people choose whether or not to take a job, as well as keep a job, based on benefits such as a great health insurance package, not all employers offer health insurance packages. And, they are not required to. If you work for an employer such as a small-business owner, chances are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Even though many people choose whether or not to take a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/job" rel="tag">job</a>, as well as keep a job, based on benefits such as a great health insurance package, not all employers offer health insurance packages. And, they are not required to. If you work for an employer such as a small-business owner, chances are you are not going to be able to get health insurance through your job. Unless you are married and can be added on to your spouse's health insurance, you will most likely need to look into purchasing an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a>. <br /><br /> Other people who will be interested in finding individual health insurance include those who are unemployed for various reasons, including the return to school, and those who are self-employed. The good news for self-employed individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a> holders is that the insurance premium is tax-deductible. <br /><br /> With the seemingly steady rise of already expensive medical costs, health insurance is something everyone needs. Health insurance offers a sense of financial security as well as peace of mind. The number of people in America who are currently without some type of health insurance is always astounding. Having health insurance helps protect you and your family from financial disasters in the all too often event of a major injury or illness. Even if the medical situation is not quite as severe, it is still better to have health insurance to help with the medical costs than not have it. <br /><br /> Remember, most all of us have other bills of some sort that must be paid. It will be difficult to manage payment of them all once those medical bills start rolling in and you do not have health insurance to help with the costs. It is true that an individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> is most likely going to have much higher rates and much more limited coverage, but if purchasing individual health insurance is your last option, it is one you should <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/definitely" rel="tag">definitely</a> take.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/</a>  <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Obtaining Health Insurance -- Marriage Isn't The Answer!</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/obtaining-health-insurance-marriage-isnt-the-answer</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2006 02:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance policy</category><category>health insurance companies</category><category>adequate health insurance</category><category>health insurance agents</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>employers health</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/obtaining-health-insurance-marriage-isnt-the-answer</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[As cold-hearted as it may sound, marriage is often a way to ensure that a person has health insurance. By marrying an individual who has health insurance through his or her employer, the new spouse can typically be covered by that health insurance, as well. Even though it's usually considered]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[As cold-hearted as it may sound, marriage is often a way to ensure that a person has health insurance. By marrying an individual who has health insurance through his or her employer, the new spouse can typically be covered by that health insurance, as well. Even though it's usually considered insurance fraud, which makes it illegal, many people enter into marriage just to have health insurance. Many people also attempt to hang on to, or work through, a failing marriage for the sole purpose of hanging onto the health insurance they receive from their spouse's employer. <br /><br /> You don't have to hang onto a failing marriage, nor do you have to get married, just to ensure you'll have health insurance. You can purchase an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> policy of your own. Sure, individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a> rates are usually more expensive than the group insurance policy rates paid by employees who buy into their employer's health insurance package, but wouldn't you rather pay a little more for your own health insurance policy than hang onto a marriage in which you're unhappy, just to have a health insurance policy you don't have to pay for? And, on that note, aren't you paying for the health insurance anyway, by compromising your happiness and staying in a failing marriage just for your spouse's health insurance policy? <br /><br /> We all know health insurance is important, but marrying for health insurance, or staying in an unhappy marriage for health insurance, isn't the answer. You can shop around for an individual health insurance policy that is going to meet both your health and your financial needs. It may take time, but there are many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+companies" rel="tag">health insurance companies</a> out there that offer individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a>. Look into several health insurance companies, talk to several <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+agents" rel="tag">health insurance agents</a>, and you will find one that will work for you. You don't have to rely on marriage for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+health+insurance" rel="tag">adequate health insurance</a>.   <bio><a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Car-Tips.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Car-Tips.shtml</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Where To Find Affordable Individual And Family Health Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2007 22:44:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>family health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance programs</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance policy</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/where-to-find-affordable-individual-and-family-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Individual and family health insurance is the way to go for many people. For example, college and university students may find themselves in a bind when it comes to obtaining affordable health insurance. These students can apply for either a student health insurance plan, or they can apply for an]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Individual and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+health+insurance" rel="tag">family health insurance</a> is the way to go for many people. For example, college and university students may find themselves in a bind when it comes to obtaining <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a>. These students can apply for either a student <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>, or they can apply for an individual and family health insurance plan. Those students with dependents such as children usually opt to look into affordable individual and family <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a>. <br /><br /> But how can you find an affordable individual and family health insurance plan? After all, individual health insurance plans are notorious for being more expensive than the group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a> you can get through your employer, right? <br /><br /> That's true, but there are always ways to find an affordable individual and family health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Start shopping for affordable individual and family health insurance. Look around at a few insurance companies that offer individual and family health insurance plans. Check out the company's ratings, what they'll offer you with the plan, and then get some quotes. Talk to family members, friends, and co-workers who have experience with these companies and plans. <br /><br /> Never underestimate the power of freedom. Just about every state has some kind of free medical care service for children, even if they are already covered under their parents' insurance plan. Once you purchase an affordable individual and family health insurance plan, you may be able to let your child or children use these free services for run-of-the-mill illnesses such as the common cold. This will help avoid making claims on your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a>. <br /><br /> Don't forget the tried and true. If you're having difficulty finding affordable individual and family health insurance, remember, you can always: Join your spouse's health insurance plan, check into state-sponsored plans such as Medicaid and Medicare and other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+programs" rel="tag">health insurance programs</a> specifically for children, or join an organization that offers health insurance plans to its members and their families.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Where To Find Affordable Individual And Family Health Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jul 2007 12:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>family health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance programs</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/where-to-find-affordable-individual-and-family-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Individual and family health insurance is the way to go for many people. For example, college and university students may find themselves in a bind when it comes to obtaining affordable health insurance. These students can apply for either a student health insurance plan, or they can apply for an]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Individual and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+health+insurance" rel="tag">family health insurance</a> is the way to go for many people. For example, college and university students may find themselves in a bind when it comes to obtaining <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a>. These students can apply for either a student <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>, or they can apply for an individual and family health insurance plan. Those students with dependents such as children usually opt to look into affordable individual and family <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a>. <br /><br /> But how can you find an affordable individual and family health insurance plan? After all, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plans are notorious for being more expensive than the group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a> you can get through your employer, right? <br /><br /> That's true, but there are always ways to find an affordable individual and family health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Start shopping for affordable individual and family health insurance. Look around at a few insurance companies that offer individual and family health insurance plans. Check out the company's ratings, what they'll offer you with the plan, and then get some quotes. Talk to family members, friends, and co-workers who have experience with these companies and plans. <br /><br /> Never underestimate the power of freedom. Just about every state has some kind of free medical care service for children, even if they are already covered under their parents' insurance plan. Once you purchase an affordable individual and family health insurance plan, you may be able to let your child or children use these free services for run-of-the-mill illnesses such as the common cold. This will help avoid making claims on your health insurance policy. <br /><br /> Don't forget the tried and true. If you're having difficulty finding affordable individual and family health insurance, remember, you can always: Join your spouse's health insurance plan, check into state-sponsored plans such as Medicaid and Medicare and other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+programs" rel="tag">health insurance programs</a> specifically for children, or join an organization that offers health insurance plans to its members and their families.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Family And Individual Health Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-family-and-individual-health-insurance</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 16 Dec 2006 18:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance company</category><category>individual health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance quote</category><category>health insurance companies</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-family-and-individual-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you don't already have any type of health insurance plan, or know someone who does and who can refer you to a great health insurance company, the quickest way to get a quote is to probably search for one on the Internet.  When you search for affordable family and individual health insurance on]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you don't already have any type of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>, or know someone who does and who can refer you to a great <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a>, the quickest way to get a quote is to probably search for one on the Internet. <br /><br /> When you search for affordable family and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> on the Internet, you'll to be required to answer several questions before you can get your family and individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+quote" rel="tag">health insurance quote</a>. Those questions include, but are not limited to: <br /><br /> • Your location. This helps determine whether or not the insurance company offers family and individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> in your area. If the health insurance company does not offer family and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">individual health insurance plans</a> in your area, it may offer alternative health insurance plans that provide similar coverage. Or, you may need to search other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+companies" rel="tag">health insurance companies</a> for an affordable family and individual health insurance plan. <br /><br /> • The gender and date of birth of the applicant, as well as the spouse and any children who are going to be included on the family and individual health insurance plan. <br /><br /> • The tobacco use of everyone who is going to be included on the family and individual health insurance plan. You shouldn't provide false information about your tobacco use; in the end, if you need health care related to illnesses caused by smoking, your family and individual health insurance plan may not provide coverage if your false information is discovered. <br /><br /> • Whether or not the applicant, or anyone who is going to be included on the family and individual health insurance plan, is a full-time student. Many family and individual health insurance plans are purchased by full time college or university students who have dependents. <br /><br /> • Your contact information. If you qualify for an affordable family and individual health insurance plan, the company is going to want to contact you with a quote and further steps.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Low Cost Health Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2007 11:35:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance company</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>purchase health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance plans</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/low-cost-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Finding low cost health insurance in the Commonwealth of Virginia does not mean you have to be eligible for a group health insurance plan through your employer, nor does it mean you have to qualify for Medicaid or state-sponsored health care services. Virginia residents in search of affordable]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Finding low cost health insurance in the Commonwealth of Virginia does not mean you have to be eligible for a group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> through your employer, nor does it mean you have to qualify for Medicaid or state-sponsored health care services. Virginia residents in search of affordable health care can purchase <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plans. <br /><br /> Because individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> can be expensive =96 which isn't exactly the equivalent of "low cost" =96 you want to make sure you are getting exactly your money's worth. Take these tips into consideration when shopping for an individual health insurance plan in the Commonwealth of Virginia: <br /><br /> =95 Make sure the health carriers and insurance agents selling individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a> are licensed to sell health insurance in Virginia =96 if you <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/purchase+health+insurance" rel="tag">purchase health insurance</a> from a company or agent not licensed to do business in Virginia, you will find it difficult to obtain protection against fraud. <br /><br /> =95 Don't lie and don't risk it. If you know a particular <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> won't insure you because of a pre-existing medical condition, don't lie about that condition in order to get low cost health insurance. You'll only be cheating yourself, because you still won't have coverage for the health issue. Wouldn't you rather feel safe in knowing you're covered should complications arise? <br /><br /> =95 Don't give up. If one health insurance company denies you medical coverage, move on to the next company. Each individual health insurance company follows different standards and criteria for offering health insurance =96 whatever the price. Just because you are not eligible for one company's policy does not mean you will not be eligible for another company's policy. <br /><br /> Many people cringe when they think about purchasing an individual health insurance policy; however, by shopping around and being honest with several different health carriers and insurance agents in the Commonwealth of Virginia, you will find the low cost health insurance plan that is right for you.   <bio><a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> Low Cost Health Insurance <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Best-Health.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Best-Health.shtml</a> Free Individual Medical Insurance Quotes  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Select An Individual Health Insurance Plan</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-select-an-individual-health-insurance-plan</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2008 03:25:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance company</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>mental health conditions</category><category>health insurance companies</category><category>independent research company</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-select-an-individual-health-insurance-plan</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Selecting an individual health insurance plan takes a bit more effort than enrolling in your employer's group health insurance plan.  First, you must figure out what kind of health coverage you need. Sure, you need to know this for group health insurance, too =96 but when you're selecting an]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Selecting an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plan takes a bit more effort than enrolling in your employer's group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>. <br /><br /> First, you must figure out what kind of health coverage you need. Sure, you need to know this for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a>, too =96 but when you're selecting an individual health insurance plan you have to actually search for the right policy yourself. Consider any pre-existing health conditions. Do you have diabetes? What about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mental+health+conditions" rel="tag">mental health conditions</a>? Any heart problems? Search for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+companies" rel="tag">health insurance companies</a> that offer coverage for these conditions, and don't lie to the insurance agents =96 inaccurate information will negatively affect your coverage. <br /><br /> Next, think about premiums. You want an individual health insurance plan that you can afford, but you also want one that offers the coverage you need. Take a look at your budget and decide on a price range with which you'll be comfortable, i.e. one you can afford without having to take a second job. As you search for your individual health insurance plan, look for policies within this price range. Always make sure the policies you can afford provide the coverage you require. <br /><br /> Finally, do some research on the health insurance companies you're considering. Just because the company offers an individual health insurance plan that will cover your needs without emptying your pockets doesn't mean it's the company with which you should do business. Find the financial rating of each <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> by visiting an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/independent+research+company" rel="tag">independent research company</a>'s website. Search for the health insurance company on the Better Business Bureau's website to find complaints filed against the company. And contact your state's department of insurance to make sure the health insurance company is licensed to do business in your state. <br /><br /> A final word of caution: What may seem like an affordable individual health insurance plan may actually only be a discount plan. There's a significant difference between the two, so always ask the representative.   <bio><a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> Affordable Individual Health Plan Quotes Here <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Best-Health.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Best-Health.shtml</a> Good Health Insurance and Great Coverage to Boot!  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Get Affordable Short Term Health Insurance In The US</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-short-term-health-insurance-in-the-us</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2007 22:36:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>term health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>short term health insurance</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>group health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-short-term-health-insurance-in-the-us</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Finding an affordable health insurance plan in the US can be a daunting task. There are many different kinds of health insurance plans. The health insurance plans that usually come to mind when people think about health insurance are employer-sponsored group health insurance plans, state-sponsored]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Finding an affordable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> in the US can be a daunting task. There are many different kinds of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a>. The health insurance plans that usually come to mind when people think about health insurance are employer-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> plans, state-sponsored health insurance plans, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plans. If a person does not have the option of buying into an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, he will usually look into purchasing an individual health insurance plan or state-sponsored health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Many people overlook the affordable, short <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+health+insurance" rel="tag">term health insurance</a> plans available in the US. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/short+term+health+insurance" rel="tag">short term health insurance</a>. <br /><br /> What is short term health insurance? <br /><br /> Short term health insurance is health insurance that lasts for six to 12 months, depending on your needs. Short term health insurance is an affordable way to obtain temporary insurance to cover your health care costs, and the health care costs of your family. <br /><br /> What kinds of health care are available with short term health insurance? <br /><br /> A short term health insurance plan usually provides the same kinds of health care available with any other health insurance plan. A short term health insurance plan may give you coverage for doctor visits, surgeries, inpatient and outpatient treatments and procedures, other hospitalization services, discounts on prescription medications, as well as dental care and vision care. <br /><br /> Who should consider short term health insurance? <br /><br /> An individual who finds himself unemployed or laid off should consider purchasing affordable, short term health insurance in the US. Just because an individual's employment status changes does not mean his, and his families, health care needs change, too. <br /><br /> Why is short term health insurance affordable? <br /><br /> Some short term health insurance plans are actually designed with unemployed and laid off workers in mind. This means that short term health insurance plans are made to be affordable for people without steady income.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Compare Health Insurance Plans And Get Affordable Health Insurance!</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-health-insurance-plans-and-get-affordable-health-insurance</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-health-insurance-plans-and-get-affordable-health-insurance#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2008 06:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>adequate health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance policy</category><category>affordable health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-health-insurance-plans-and-get-affordable-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Everyone needs an adequate health insurance plan; however, in America, everyone doesn't have the same health insurance plan. Actually, the health insurance plan that's available to one person may not be available to another person. One reason this is true is not all health insurance plans are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Everyone needs an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+health+insurance" rel="tag">adequate health insurance</a> plan; however, in America, everyone doesn't have the same <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>. Actually, the health insurance plan that's available to one person may not be available to another person. One reason this is true is not all <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> are affordable to all people. <br /><br /> There are three practical ways of obtaining a good health insurance plan =96 you just have to compare the health insurance plans and get the most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> for you. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">Group Health Insurance</a> <br /><br /> You can obtain an affordable group health insurance plan in a variety of ways. Most employers offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their employees; many of these types of group health insurance plans allow you to add your spouse and your children onto the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a>. <br /><br /> Various organizations and associations offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their members. Some businesses, such as credit card companies, offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their customers. <br /><br /> Find out if your employer offers group health insurance. Or, if you belong to any clubs or are associated with a particular business, ask if they offer group health insurance plans. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">Individual Health Insurance</a> <br /><br /> Unfortunately, employers aren't required to offer group health insurance plans to their employees. When this is the case, consider purchasing an individual health insurance plan. With the broad range of health insurance companies specializing in affordable individual plans, you will be able to find a plan that meets your health needs as well as satisfies your budget. <br /><br /> State-sponsored Health Insurance <br /><br /> If you aren't employed, or your employer doesn't offer group health insurance and you can't afford to purchase health insurance otherwise, contact your state's department of insurance for information about state-sponsored health insurance plans. Depending on your income, as well as any other factors your state considers, you and your family members may be eligible for very low-cost or free health insurance.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Health Insurance For People Who Live In New York</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-for-people-who-live-in-new-york</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2007 14:27:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance companies</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance plans</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-for-people-who-live-in-new-york</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you are not eligible for COBRA, HIPAA, insurance policy conversion, state continuation, Medicaid, Medicare, or any type of state-sponsored health care program, but are in need of affordable health insurance in New York, you may have to purchase an individual health insurance plan.  Most people]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you are not eligible for COBRA, HIPAA, insurance policy conversion, state continuation, Medicaid, Medicare, or any type of state-sponsored health care program, but are in need of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in New York, you may have to purchase an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plan. <br /><br /> Most people groan at the thought of purchasing an individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> -- and for good reason. Individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> are usually more expensive than the ideal health care coverage -- employer-sponsored group health insurance plans. However, in New York, you can purchase an affordable individual health insurance plan for a couple of reasons. <br /><br /> First, when you set out to purchase an individual health insurance plan in New York, you can not be turned down due to your particular health conditions. This is great news because many people with pre-existing health conditions tend to have a difficult time finding <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+companies" rel="tag">health insurance companies</a> that will sell health insurance to them. Health insurance companies view people with pre-existing or serious health conditions as higher risks to insure. They view them as potentially lost money. Yet, in New York, there are health insurance companies that will not turn you down regardless of any pre-existing health conditions you may have, or the severity of the health condition. <br /><br /> Second, you will not be charged a higher health insurance rate due to your pre-existing health condition, regardless of the severity of your pre-existing health condition. This is more great news, since people with pre-existing health conditions who do manage to purchase individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a> do so for a high price. They need health insurance, especially because they need care for their pre-existing health conditions; however, because of their pre-existing health conditions, they pay high prices. It's a vicious cycle that New York is working toward ending. <br /><br /> For more information about the health insurance companies that provide these individual health insurance policies and their contact information, contact the New York Insurance Department.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Health Insurance For People Who Live In New York</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-for-people-who-live-in-new-york</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-for-people-who-live-in-new-york#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Feb 2008 09:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance plans</category><category>individual health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>affordable health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-for-people-who-live-in-new-york</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you are not eligible for COBRA, HIPAA, insurance policy conversion, state continuation, Medicaid, Medicare, or any type of state-sponsored health care program, but are in need of affordable health insurance in New York, you may have to purchase an individual health insurance plan.  Most people]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you are not eligible for COBRA, HIPAA, insurance policy conversion, state continuation, Medicaid, Medicare, or any type of state-sponsored health care program, but are in need of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in New York, you may have to purchase an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plan. <br /><br /> Most people groan at the thought of purchasing an individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> =96 and for good reason. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">Individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a></a> are usually more expensive than the ideal health care coverage =96 employer-sponsored group health insurance plans. However, in New York, you can purchase an affordable individual health insurance plan for a couple of reasons. <br /><br /> First, when you set out to purchase an individual health insurance plan in New York, you can not be turned down due to your particular health conditions. This is great news because many people with pre-existing health conditions tend to have a difficult time finding health insurance companies that will sell health insurance to them. Health insurance companies view people with pre-existing or serious health conditions as higher risks to insure. They view them as potentially lost money. Yet, in New York, there are health insurance companies that will not turn you down regardless of any pre-existing health conditions you may have, or the severity of the health condition. <br /><br /> Second, you will not be charged a higher health insurance rate due to your pre-existing health condition, regardless of the severity of your pre-existing health condition. This is more great news, since people with pre-existing health conditions who do manage to purchase <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a></a> do so for a high price. They need health insurance, especially because they need care for their pre-existing health conditions; however, because of their pre-existing health conditions, they pay high prices. It's a vicious cycle that New York is working toward ending. <br /><br /> For more information about the health insurance companies that provide these individual health insurance policies and their contact information, contact the New York Insurance Department.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Choose The Best Individual Health Insurance?</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-choose-the-best-individual-health-insurance</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2008 17:15:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance business</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>unwanted conditions</category><category>benefit period</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-choose-the-best-individual-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ In the individual health insurance business marketplace, you're the customer. You choose which one is the most suitable plan for you, and which is not. The problem is, many people don't realize about how important it is to have an individual health insurance. They usually think that they're so]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ In the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> business marketplace, you're the customer. You choose which one is the most suitable plan for you, and which is not. The problem is, many people don't realize about how important it is to have an individual health insurance. They usually think that they're so healthy and they will consider to have it when they approaching 70 years old. Don't you know that it will cut your chance of getting the best <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> when you already that old? Having individual health insurance should be start when you're still young. This article will show you how you can get the best individual health insurance plan in three simple steps. <br /><br /> Make a list about your health coverage is the first thing you must do. This will help you to determine which is the best individual health plan you should choose. You may be want to make list about your existing health conditions, such as a diabetes, heart problems, or any health problems that you may have. Choosing the right <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a></a> can help to prevent you from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unwanted+conditions" rel="tag">unwanted conditions</a>. As you finished making your health coverage list you may want to consider the premium plan of individual health insurance. <br /><br /> Premium plan of individual health insurance is where you agreed upon fees paid for coverage of medical benefits for a defined <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/benefit+period" rel="tag">benefit period</a>. A premium health insurance is more expensive than the usual health insurance. It is because it's cover more areas of health insurance. <br /><br /> After you make a list of your health coverage, you're ready to dig the informations online. Sit back and relax. Prepare a cup of coffee if you want, because this will make you stay focus. You can start the research by typing 'individual health insurance' in the Google or Yahoo search box. After you get millions results, choose top ten or twenty companies from the results list, and put it in your note. The next thing you should do is research each companies background. Find out how long they've been in this business, how fast they process each claim, what's their individual health insurance plan cover, and so on. This will shrink your companies list into two or three companies. <br /><br /> The two or three companies left, is easier to take care off. All you have to do is compare each companies features by using your wanted health coverage list as the main point. After you get one best of the best health insurance company, you can apply for it. Remember, choose it wisely, since this company will take care of your individual health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Getting the best individual health insurance plan is not a rocket science. You're only required to be focus, patience, and persistence while you're searching on it. Most companies will claim that they have the best features and benefits, but you already know the truth. That's why you need to do these simple steps before you buy any individual health insurance because it will save you more money than you think.   <bio>Want to learn more about insurance and have a better understanding, surf on to <a href="http://insured.em-up.com" >http://insured.em-up.com</a> for more articles and guides  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Compare Health Insurance Plans And Get Affordable Health Insurance!</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-health-insurance-plans-and-get-affordable-health-insurance</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-health-insurance-plans-and-get-affordable-health-insurance#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Sat, 24 Feb 2007 08:27:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>adequate health insurance</category><category>purchase health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-health-insurance-plans-and-get-affordable-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Everyone needs an adequate health insurance plan; however, in America, everyone doesn't have the same health insurance plan. Actually, the health insurance plan that's available to one person may not be available to another person. One reason this is true is not all health insurance plans are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Everyone needs an adequate <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>; however, in America, everyone doesn't have the same health insurance plan. Actually, the health insurance plan that's available to one person may not be available to another person. One reason this is true is not all <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> are affordable to all people. <br /><br /> There are three practical ways of obtaining a good health insurance plan -- you just have to compare the health insurance plans and get the most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> for you. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">Group Health Insurance</a> <br /><br /> You can obtain an affordable group health insurance plan in a variety of ways. Most employers offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their employees; many of these types of group health insurance plans allow you to add your spouse and your children onto the health insurance policy. <br /><br /> Various organizations and associations offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their members. Some businesses, such as credit card companies, offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their customers. <br /><br /> Find out if your employer offers group health insurance. Or, if you belong to any clubs or are associated with a particular business, ask if they offer group health insurance plans. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">Individual Health Insurance</a> <br /><br /> Unfortunately, employers aren't required to offer group health insurance plans to their employees. When this is the case, consider purchasing an individual health insurance plan. With the broad range of health insurance companies specializing in affordable individual plans, you will be able to find a plan that meets your health needs as well as satisfies your budget. <br /><br /> State-sponsored Health Insurance <br /><br /> If you aren't employed, or your employer doesn't offer group health insurance and you can't afford to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/purchase+health+insurance" rel="tag">purchase health insurance</a> otherwise, contact your state's department of insurance for information about state-sponsored health insurance plans. Depending on your income, as well as any other factors your state considers, you and your family members may be eligible for very low-cost or free health insurance.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Get Affordable Short Term Health Insurance In The US</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-short-term-health-insurance-in-the-us</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2007 14:14:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term health insurance</category><category>employment status changes</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>short term health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-short-term-health-insurance-in-the-us</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Finding an affordable health insurance plan in the US can be a daunting task. There are many different kinds of health insurance plans. The health insurance plans that usually come to mind when people think about health insurance are employer-sponsored group health insurance plans, state-sponsored]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Finding an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> plan in the US can be a daunting task. There are many different kinds of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>s. The health insurance plans that usually come to mind when people think about health insurance are employer-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> plans, state-sponsored health insurance plans, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plans. If a person does not have the option of buying into an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, he will usually look into purchasing an individual health insurance plan or state-sponsored health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Many people overlook the affordable, short <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+health+insurance" rel="tag">term health insurance</a> plans available in the US. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/short+term+health+insurance" rel="tag">short term health insurance</a>. <br /><br /> What is short term health insurance? <br /><br /> Short term health insurance is health insurance that lasts for six to 12 months, depending on your needs. Short term health insurance is an affordable way to obtain temporary insurance to cover your health care costs, and the health care costs of your family. <br /><br /> What kinds of health care are available with short term health insurance? <br /><br /> A short term health insurance plan usually provides the same kinds of health care available with any other health insurance plan. A short term health insurance plan may give you coverage for doctor visits, surgeries, inpatient and outpatient treatments and procedures, other hospitalization services, discounts on prescription medications, as well as dental care and vision care. <br /><br /> Who should consider short term health insurance? <br /><br /> An individual who finds himself unemployed or laid off should consider purchasing affordable, short term health insurance in the US. Just because an individual's <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/employment+status+changes" rel="tag">employment status changes</a> does not mean his, and his families, health care needs change, too. <br /><br /> Why is short term health insurance affordable? <br /><br /> Some short term health insurance plans are actually designed with unemployed and laid off workers in mind. This means that short term health insurance plans are made to be affordable for people without steady income.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Get Affordable Individual And Family Health Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-individual-and-family-health-insurance</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-individual-and-family-health-insurance#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Sat, 24 Feb 2007 08:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>family health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>adequate health insurance</category><category>health insurance act</category><category>group health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-individual-and-family-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[An affordable individual and family health insurance plan is an insurance plan provided only to individuals and their families, unlike the group insurance plans offered to employers or other organizations. Not everyone has the option of getting an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, and]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[An affordable individual and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+health+insurance" rel="tag">family health insurance</a> plan is an insurance plan provided only to individuals and their families, unlike the group insurance plans offered to employers or other organizations. Not everyone has the option of getting an employer-sponsored group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>, and not everyone belongs to an organization that offers group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> to their members. When this is the case for individuals with families, an affordable individual and family health insurance plan is ideal. <br /><br /> Affordable individual and family health insurance plans are often offered through an indemnity or managed care organization. With an indemnity, the policyholder -- you -- pays for all health care costs upfront. The individual and family health insurance plan will reimburse you once they receive a doctor or hospital bill. With a managed care plan, you usually only have to pay a co-payment at the time of your medical service. The doctor or hospital will then bill your individual and family health insurance company for the rest. Managed care organizations include Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs), Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) and Point of Service (POS) plans, and they do not always provide the wide selection of doctors and other health care professionals offered by indemnity plans. <br /><br /> You may feel health insurance is too expensive for you, but there are affordable individual and family health insurance plans out there. Being without <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+health+insurance" rel="tag">adequate health insurance</a> is too risky -- for your health and your bank account. Thanks to individual and family health insurance plans, it's possible for you, your spouse, and your children to obtain <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a>. <br /><br /> If you and your family are currently without affordable health insurance, act quickly. After you apply for an individual and family health insurance plan, the time between application and the date the plan actually starts varies. The speed of the process usually depends on the underwriting process of the insurance company, so it's best to apply as soon as possible.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Family Health Insurance -- Take Care Of Your Family</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-family-health-insurance-take-care-of-your-family</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-family-health-insurance-take-care-of-your-family#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2006 00:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plan</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>family health insurance</category><category>health insurance policy</category><category>health insurance companies</category><category>health insurance company</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-family-health-insurance-take-care-of-your-family</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Having a health insurance policy is important for everyone, but it is especially important if you have the health of family members to think about as well as your own. It is one thing to put off thinking about purchasing a health insurance plan for yourself; it is quite another to put of thinking]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Having a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a> is important for everyone, but it is especially important if you have the health of family members to think about as well as your own. It is one thing to put off thinking about purchasing a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> for yourself; it is quite another to put of thinking about purchasing a health insurance plan for your children. <br /><br /> Health care can be expensive, so when you are looking for a health insurance plan for your family, you are going to want to look for plans that are both affordable, and offer the health coverage you need. For example, if you or your child has a pre-existing health condition, it may be a bit more difficult to find a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> that will offer you a health insurance plan; however, it's not impossible. Make sure you find a health insurance plan that will cover your pre-existing condition; then, choose one that will be within your budget, as well. <br /><br /> Many people are able to obtain affordable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+health+insurance" rel="tag">family health insurance</a> through their employers. These are called group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a>. Group health insurance plans are often much less expensive than <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plans, and many times you can forgo a medical examination; however, as with any health insurance plan, you want to make sure any pre-existing condition that you or your child may have will be covered under the plan. <br /><br /> If you have to resort to purchasing an individual health insurance plan, don't panic. As long as you search for reputable, financially solid <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+companies" rel="tag">health insurance companies</a> that will offer only the exact coverage you need in a price range you can manage, you will be able to find an affordable family health insurance plan. Sure, an individual health insurance plan is going to be more expensive than a group health insurance plan, but if you do a thorough search, you can find one you can afford.   <bio>Homeowners insurance Quotes <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Health Insurance In And Around Michigan</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-and-around-michigan</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-and-around-michigan#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2007 14:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance portability and accountability act</category><category>health insurance options</category><category>health insurance policy</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-and-around-michigan</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[While group health insurance is ideal, there are several ways to obtain affordable health insurance in Michigan if you are unable to obtain it through an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan.  If you have recently become unemployed, you may be eligible for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[While group health insurance is ideal, there are several ways to obtain <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in Michigan if you are unable to obtain it through an employer-sponsored group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>. <br /><br /> If you have recently become unemployed, you may be eligible for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985, or COBRA, which allows you to continue your health insurance after becoming unemployed. You may also be eligible for the services offered by the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+portability+and+accountability+act" rel="tag">Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act</a>, or HIPAA. Other possible affordable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+options" rel="tag">health insurance options</a> in Michigan include insurance conversion, Medicaid, Medicare, and state-sponsored health care plans which focus on low-income individuals, children, and families, or those who can not otherwise afford a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a>. <br /><br /> Yet, if none of these options are available to you, you may have to purchase an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plan. However, in Michigan, you can set out to purchase an affordable individual health insurance plan without having to worry about being turned down due to pre-existing health conditions you may have. The only stipulation to this is that you must purchase your individual health insurance plan with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. <br /><br /> Why is this stipulation worth accepting? Because it is hard for people with pre-existing health conditions to purchase individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a>. Health insurance companies sometimes refuse to sell individual health insurance policies to the people because the companies feel they are too "high-risk," meaning, they are going to be spending a lot of money on them. This is a sad, but true, occurrence. <br /><br /> Do not let the prices of individual health insurance policies keep you from purchasing one, especially if you have a health condition that requires regular care, treatment, and medication. In Michigan, you can obtain affordable health insurance. Contact the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Services for more information about purchasing an affordable individual health insurance plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Health Insurance In And Around Michigan</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-and-around-michigan</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-and-around-michigan#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Feb 2008 09:15:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>omnibus budget reconciliation</category><category>budget reconciliation act</category><category>omnibus budget reconciliation act</category><category>individual health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance portability</category><category>health insurance options</category><category>consolidated omnibus budget reconciliation</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-and-around-michigan</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ While group health insurance is ideal, there are several ways to obtain affordable health insurance in Michigan if you are unable to obtain it through an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan.  If you have recently become unemployed, you may be eligible for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ While group health insurance is ideal, there are several ways to obtain affordable health insurance in Michigan if you are unable to obtain it through an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> If you have recently become unemployed, you may be eligible for the Consolidated <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/omnibus+budget+reconciliation" rel="tag">Omnibus Budget Reconciliation</a> Act of 1985, or COBRA, which allows you to continue your health insurance after becoming unemployed. You may also be eligible for the services offered by the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+portability" rel="tag">Health Insurance Portability</a> and Accountability Act, or HIPAA. Other possible affordable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+options" rel="tag">health insurance options</a> in Michigan include insurance conversion, Medicaid, Medicare, and state-sponsored health care plans which focus on low-income individuals, children, and families, or those who can not otherwise afford a health insurance policy. <br /><br /> Yet, if none of these options are available to you, you may have to purchase an individual health insurance plan. However, in Michigan, you can set out to purchase an affordable individual health insurance plan without having to worry about being turned down due to pre-existing health conditions you may have. The only stipulation to this is that you must purchase your individual health insurance plan with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. <br /><br /> Why is this stipulation worth accepting? Because it is hard for people with pre-existing health conditions to purchase <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">individual health insurance policies</a>. Health insurance companies sometimes refuse to sell individual health insurance policies to the people because the companies feel they are too "high-risk," meaning, they are going to be spending a lot of money on them. This is a sad, but true, occurrence. <br /><br /> Do not let the prices of individual health insurance policies keep you from purchasing one, especially if you have a health condition that requires regular care, treatment, and medication. In Michigan, you can obtain affordable health insurance. Contact the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Services for more information about purchasing an affordable individual health insurance plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/car-full.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Individual Health Insurance Coverage -- Is It Your Only Option?</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/individual-health-insurance-coverage-is-it-your-only-option</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/individual-health-insurance-coverage-is-it-your-only-option#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2006 02:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance coverage</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance quote</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>health emergencies</category><category>health conditions</category><category>check ups</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/individual-health-insurance-coverage-is-it-your-only-option</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[It is no secret that individual health insurance coverage is much more expensive than group health insurance coverage, such as obtaining group health insurance coverage through your employer or through an organization with which you are affiliated. Some people are unemployed, are self-employed, do]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[It is no secret that individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+coverage" rel="tag">health insurance coverage</a> is much more expensive than <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> coverage, such as obtaining group health insurance coverage through your employer or through an organization with which you are affiliated. Some people are unemployed, are self-employed, do not work for an employer that offers health benefits, or are otherwise not affiliated with an organization that provides health insurance coverage. <br /><br /> However, it is also no secret that health insurance is important. Aside from the fact that routine check-ups with your doctor can be pricey, what happens if you get really sick, or are involved in some kind of accident that results in serious personal injury? It is easy to save up for a doctor's appointment you have scheduled yourself, but how are you going to pay for unexpected <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+emergencies" rel="tag">health emergencies</a> without some kind of health insurance coverage? Your best bet to prevent this kind of financial strain is to look into purchasing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> coverage. <br /><br /> Finding providers of individual health insurance coverage is the easy part -- you can visit any Web site focused on selling all types of health insurance coverage and request a free online individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+quote" rel="tag">health insurance quote</a>, and the emails and telephone calls will start pouring in. The hard part is finding one you can afford, one that will accept you, and one that's actually worth all the money you'll be paying for it. <br /><br /> Purchasing individual health insurance coverage can be tricky because many insurance companies won't offer you a policy if you are of a certain age, have certain pre-existing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+conditions" rel="tag">health conditions</a>, or otherwise fail their medical requirements. This is also another reason why individual health insurance coverage can be so expensive -- if you negatively fall into any of those categories, you might have to settle for the only policy offer you get -- until that happens, keep shopping around for the individual health insurance coverage that you can afford.   <bio><a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/High-Risk-Home.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/High-Risk-Home.shtml</a>  <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home</a>  <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Southern California Health Insurance -- How Is It Marketed?</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/southern-california-health-insurance-how-is-it-marketed</link>
		<comments>http://www.artwoo.com/article/southern-california-health-insurance-how-is-it-marketed#comments</comments>
				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2006 16:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance providers</category><category>health insurance provider</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>adequate health insurance</category><category>health insurances</category><category>health conditions</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/southern-california-health-insurance-how-is-it-marketed</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In California, health insurance is marketed under both individual and group policies. People who are unable to obtain health insurance from employers or other professional trade or group affiliations that offers health insurance should opt for individual health insurance. Individuals who usually]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[In California, health insurance is marketed under both individual and group policies. People who are unable to obtain health insurance from employers or other professional trade or group affiliations that offers health insurance should opt for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a>. Individuals who usually fall into this category include contractors, the self-employed, and/or employees of small businesses. <br /><br /> The individual health insurance and large <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> (policies that cover more than 50 employees) are medically underwritten, which unfortunately leads to some people having difficulty finding <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+health+insurance" rel="tag">adequate health insurance</a> since <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+providers" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+provider" rel="tag">health insurance provider</a>s</a> can deny coverage based on medical history. A medical underwriter will review your application, and if you are approved you may face a waiting period of at least a year from the date the individual health insurance becomes effective and six months from the date the group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurances" rel="tag">health insurances</a> becomes effective for any pre-existing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+conditions" rel="tag">health conditions</a> to be covered. There is good news, though. If you were previously insured and have not been uninsured for longer than 63 days, your new individual health insurance provider is required to apply your prior coverage time to the waiting period, and your new group health insurance provider is required to apply your prior coverage time to the waiting period if you have not been uninsured for more than 180 days. <br /><br /> Smaller group policies (policies that cover anywhere from 2-50 employees) have advantages over individual and larger group policies because it is required that health insurance coverage is guaranteed regardless of pre-existing health conditions. Small group health insurance providers can employ the same six-month waiting period for pre-existing health condition coverage as large group health insurance providers; however, they must also apply any prior coverage time to the waiting period. <br /><br /> Health care does not come cheap, especially if you do not have any health insurance at all. Check into the types of health insurance available to you and find the most affordable policy that best suits your coverage needs.   <bio><a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/</a> Home Owners Insurance Car Insurance Quotes </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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