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				<title>How To Compare Health Insurance Plans And Get Affordable Health Insurance!</title>
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				<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>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>
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				<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>Where To Find Affordable Individual And Family Health Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/where-to-find-affordable-individual-and-family-health-insurance</link>
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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>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 Get Affordable Short Term Health Insurance In The US</title>
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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>
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				<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 And Individual Health Insurance</title>
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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>Cheap Health Insurance For The Self Employed</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-health-insurance-for-the-self-employed</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2007 19:25:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>self employed health insurance</category><category>family health insurance quotes</category><category>family health insurance</category><category>deductible health insurance</category><category>employed health insurance</category><category>cheap health insurance</category><category>high deductible health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-health-insurance-for-the-self-employed</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ "Cheap Health Insurance" Is there really such a thing? If you're looking for coverage against major medical bills, then yes, there is a form of cheap health insurance available for you. Forget about the high priced conventional insurance plans and start exploring the new types of low cost, self]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ "<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cheap+health+insurance" rel="tag">Cheap Health Insurance</a>" Is there really such a thing? If you're looking for coverage against major medical bills, then yes, there is a form of cheap health insurance available for you. Forget about the high priced conventional insurance plans and start exploring the new types of low cost, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/self+employed+health+insurance" rel="tag">self <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/employed+health+insurance" rel="tag">employed health insurance</a></a> available today. <br /><br /> Self Employed Individual and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+health+insurance" rel="tag">Family Health Insurance</a> Plans <br /><br /> HDHPs or High Deductible Health Plans can offer you significant savings over other types of health insurance if you're self employed. The reason they can do this is simple. More of the responsibility for your health care costs is placed on you, the insured. In short, you choose a deductible amount for which you are responsible to pay before the insurance company is responsible to pay. <br /><br /> Deductible amounts for a high deductible health plan range from $500 to a high of $10,000. Each insurance company has it's own list of deductible amounts to choose from. With many of these new plans you can start with a very basic policy and add on individual riders for other types of coverage. A popular choice is the routine doctor visits and exams rider. For about $20 per month, you can have this rider added to your plan. <br /><br /> Researching the various high deductible health plans, will help you to find the cheapest health insurance available for the self employed. Don't let false information about health insurance stop you from getting the serious injury and illness medical coverage you need. <br /><br /> High <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/deductible+health+insurance" rel="tag">Deductible Health Insurance</a> Quotes <br /><br /> Because almost all major insurance companies have made their medical plans available online, you can go shopping for health insurance any time, night or day, and find low cost individual and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/family+health+insurance+quotes" rel="tag">family health insurance quotes</a> in a matter of minutes. By filling out a simple request form, you can get low cost quotes from insurance agents and companies in your area.   <bio>Just click on the following link to get self employed health insurance quotes and more health insurance information. It's fast, it's free, and you're under no obligation. You'll get 4 to 5 competitive quotes for affordable health insurance. They also offer free quotes and information for <a href="http://www.fastandfreeinsurancequotes.com/individual-dental-insurance-plans" >http://www.fastandfreeinsurancequotes.com/individual-dental-insurance-plans</a>= ..htm individual and family dental plans.  </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>
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				<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>Individual Health And Dental Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/individual-health-and-dental-insurance</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Sep 2007 15:25:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plan</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance plans</category><category>health maintenance organization</category><category>dental insurance plans</category><category>dental health maintenance</category><category>hmo health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/individual-health-and-dental-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Both individual health and dental insurance plans have confusing, yet important, abbreviations. Below is an explanation of each to help you learn the things you need to know about individual health and dental insurance plans.  Health Maintenance Organization (HMO): An HMO is a health insurance]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Both individual health and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dental+insurance+plans" rel="tag">dental insurance plans</a> have confusing, yet important, abbreviations. Below is an explanation of each to help you learn the things you need to know about individual health and dental insurance plans. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+maintenance+organization" rel="tag">Health Maintenance Organization</a> (HMO): An HMO is a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> that allows you to choose a primary care physician who will act as your "go between" in the event you need to see a medical specialist outside of your primary care physician's field. If you have an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hmo+health+insurance" rel="tag">HMO health insurance</a> plan, you "prepay" for services rather than pay a deductible. <br /><br /> Preferred Provider Organization (PPO): PPOs are available with both <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plans and dental insurance plans. Like an HMO, a PPO lets you choose your doctor or dentist within a particular network. Unlike an HMO, you only pay for the services you are given by the doctor or dentist. <br /><br /> Point of Service (POS): A POS is a health insurance plan that combines features from HMOs and PPOs. Like an HMO, there is usually no deductible, low co-pay, and a primary care physician. Like a POS, you're allowed to go out of the network of doctors, in which case you'll pay a deductible and possibly higher co-pay. <br /><br /> Indemnity Plan (IP): The IP is a very popular dental insurance plan. Coverage is limited, but you usually have the option of choosing your own dentist, which actually helps you save money. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dental+health+maintenance" rel="tag">Dental Health Maintenance</a> Organization (DHMO): After paying one annual premium, a DHMO guarantees a certain number of visits, though it doesn't allow you to choose your dentist. <br /><br /> Dental Discount Plan (DDP): Although a DDP isn't a traditional dental health insurance plan, you can get discounts from dentists who agree to participate in the plan. There's no limit and you choose your own dentist. <br /><br /> Rather than let abbreviations complicate things, learn the meanings to easier find the right individual health and dental insurance plans for you.   <bio><a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> Individual Health and Dental Insurance <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Best-Health.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Best-Health.shtml</a> Affordable Insurance Plans  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Cheap Health Insurance - What Are Your Options?</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-health-insurance-what-are-your-options</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2007 19:15:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>find affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>cheap health insurance</category><category>deductible health insurance</category><category>traditional health insurance</category><category>quality health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-health-insurance-what-are-your-options</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Think you can't find affordable health insurance if you're self-employed, or your employer doesn't provide it? While it is true that health insurance has become expensive, there are a few options for cheap health insurance. Here are two forms of cheap health insurance.  Cheap Individual and Family]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Think you can't <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/find+affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">find <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a></a> if you're self-employed, or your employer doesn't provide it? While it is true that health insurance has become expensive, there are a few options for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cheap+health+insurance" rel="tag">cheap health insurance</a>. Here are two forms of cheap health insurance. <br /><br /> Cheap Individual and Family <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">Health Insurance Plans</a> <br /><br /> Managed care plans such as an HMO offer rates lower than <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/traditional+health+insurance" rel="tag">traditional health insurance</a> plans. By using a network of care providers, insurance companies can provide <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/quality+health+insurance" rel="tag">quality health insurance</a> at a lower price. There are many different types of HMO insurance plans with various types of coverage. Basic plans can be surprisingly cheap. <br /><br /> Under an HMO you will have a primary care doctor who is the gatekeeper to all other medical care. An HMO usually requires a co-payment for doctors visits, the amount of of the copayment is from $10 to $20 per visit. Most HMOs encourage preventative health care for their members. <br /><br /> Another type of plan that is gaining popularity fast is the (HDHP) High <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/deductible+health+insurance" rel="tag">Deductible Health Insurance</a> Plan. This plan also uses a network of care providers to help reduce costs. The other way it reduces costs is with a high deductible amount. You still get complete coverage for accidents and illness, but with a higher deductible. Deductibles for this type of plan range from $1000 up to $10,000. <br /><br /> If you are a relatively healthy person, a high deductible health plan could save you a lot of money in the form of lower monthly premiums. Be sure to look at few of these plans before you make a decision on a policy. <br /><br /> Researching the different insurance companies and plans, will help you find the cheapest health insurance. Everyone needs health insurance and new types of low cost plans are being developed by major insurance companies to provide coverage for everyone. <br /><br /> Cheap Health Insurance Quotes <br /><br /> Because almost all major insurance companies have made their medical plans available online, you can go shopping for health insurance any time, night or day, and find cheap individual and family health insurance quotes in a matter of minutes. By filling out a simple request form, you can get low cost quotes from insurance agents and companies in your area.   <bio>Just click on the following link to get  cheap health insurance quotes and more health insurance information. It's fast, it's free, and you're under no obligation. You'll get 4 to 5 competitive quotes for affordable health insurance. They also offer free quotes and information for <a href="http://www.fastandfreeinsurancequotes.com/individual-dental-insurance-plans" >http://www.fastandfreeinsurancequotes.com/individual-dental-insurance-plans</a>= ..htm individual and family dental plans.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Low Cost Health Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/low-cost-health-insurance</link>
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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>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>
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				<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>Affordable Low Rate Health Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 16 Dec 2006 20:27:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance programs</category><category>individual health insurance plans</category><category>low cost health insurance</category><category>medical insurance plans</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-low-rate-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The easiest way to obtain affordable, low cost health insurance is to purchase a low cost health insurance plan through your employer. These health insurance plans are usually Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) or Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs), and -- even better news- purchasing a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The easiest way to obtain affordable, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/low+cost+health+insurance" rel="tag">low cost health insurance</a> is to purchase a low cost <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> through your employer. These <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> are usually Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) or Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs), and -- even better news- purchasing a low cost health insurance plan through your employer usually means that your monthly premiums are deducted from your paycheck, much like taxes are. If you're lucky, you won't even miss those premiums! <br /><br /> Yet, not everyone is fortunate enough to work for an employer who offers affordable, low cost health insurance. Actually, some people aren't even able to work at all. Maybe they've lost their jobs or been laid off. Maybe they've become disabled, or just too old to work. Whatever the reason, there's good news. Affordable, low cost health insurance is within reach -- if, that is, you're willing to do a bit of stretching. <br /><br /> Use your spouse's health insurance plan. If you are married and your spouse as an affordable, low cost health insurance plan, he or she may be able to add you to it. <br /><br /> Look into state-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+programs" rel="tag">health insurance programs</a>. These state-sponsored programs are ideal for the disabled and elderly; actually, most of them are designed just for those people. <br /><br /> Check out a few short-term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/medical+insurance+plans" rel="tag">medical insurance plans</a>. Short term medical insurance plans are designed for individuals who have suddenly found themselves laid off or out of work, but plan to join the workforce again once they can. Short term medical insurance plans are full of benefits, and are generally available anywhere from six to 12 months. <br /><br /> Start looking at various <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plans. These are usually the most expensive of all health insurance plans; however, what you'll pay in premiums will pale in comparison to what you'll pay in hospital bills should you become ill or injured. This makes having an individual health insurance plan seem all the more affordable and low cost.   <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>Individual Health Insurance Plans: Shop Wisely!</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2006 02:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance premiums</category><category>average person</category><category>doctors visit</category><category>insurance company</category><category>pick and choose</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/individual-health-insurance-plans-shop-wisely</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The rising premiums on health insurance plans are making them almost unattainable for the average person. Even if the company you work for helps out with the costs of the health insurance premiums every month, you still might not be able to afford it. It is bad enough for people that work for large]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The rising premiums on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>s</a> are making them almost unattainable for the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/average+person" rel="tag">average person</a>. Even if the company you work for helps out with the costs of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+premiums" rel="tag">health insurance premiums</a> every month, you still might not be able to afford it. It is bad enough for people that work for large companies to pay their premium every month, but for individuals that work for themselves, health insurance is even more costly. <br /><br /> Just to put this into perspective, the average person that works for a large company will pay from $150 to $250 a month for health insurance. This amount is usually only about half, or less of what the entire premium would cost without the help of the company. An individual on their own has to pay anywhere from $300 to $500 a month, just for coverage on themselves. An individual needs to be very frugal when deciding on the health insurance plan that is right for them. Each health insurance plan offers different options for coverage, so you will need to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pick+and+choose" rel="tag">pick and choose</a> the options that fit you the best. <br /><br /> Most health insurance plans require you to pay a deductible before the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+company" rel="tag">insurance company</a> will cover any medical bills. The higher the deductible you have to pay the lower the premiums you will pay every month. If you do not need to use your health insurance very often, then this is the plan for you. Insurance plans also usually allow you to pay a co-payment for a doctor's visit. The co-payment will usually range from $10 to $50. The higher the co-payment the lower your monthly premium will be. Another thing that will affect your monthly premium is the percentage of coverage for certain procedures your plan will cover. Some plans offer full coverage to no coverage of certain surgical procedures, or hospital stays. The lower the coverage, the lower your monthly premium will be. <br /><br /> All of these options will help to tailor your plan to fit your needs. They will also help you to make your plan more affordable. You will have to weigh your options carefully to maximize the amount of options you get for the premium that you will have to pay.   <bio>Let us help you find an affordable health insurance plan that meets your needs! Visit <a href="http://www.ibdinsurance.com/" >http://www.ibdinsurance.com/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Find Affordable, Low Cost Health Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/find-affordable-low-cost-health-insurance</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2007 23:55:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plan</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance premiums</category><category>low cost health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/find-affordable-low-cost-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The best way to find affordable, low cost health insurance is to have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. Group health insurance plans are the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans out there, aside from state-sponsored health insurance plans. If you can obtain a group]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The best way to find affordable, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/low+cost+health+insurance" rel="tag">low cost health insurance</a> is to have an employer-sponsored group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">Group health insurance</a> plans are the most affordable, low cost <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> out there, aside from state-sponsored health insurance plans. If you can obtain a group health insurance plan from your employer, you will pay even less for your health insurance than you would if you purchased a group health insurance plan on your own. <br /><br /> Most employers have certain requirements an employee must meet before he or she can be a part of the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. These requirements range from the number of hours the employee works, to the employee's status, i.e., whether the employee works full-time or part-time. Employers sometimes have time requirements as well. This means the employee must be with the company for a certain amount of time before he or she is considered eligible for the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Employer-sponsored group health insurance plans are usually the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans for a variety of reasons. If you have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+premiums" rel="tag">health insurance premiums</a> are either divided between you and your employer, or paid completely by your employer. This means one of two things: <br /><br /> •You are only required to pay half of the health insurance premiums plus a low cost co-payment. <br /><br /> •You are only required to pay an affordable co-payment. <br /><br /> Employer-sponsored group health insurance plans become even more affordable and low cost when you factor in your spouse and children. Rather than purchase individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a> for each of your family members, or pay out-of-pocket for health care costs, you can add your spouse and your children to your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Find out if your employer offers a group health insurance plan, and ask how you can enroll in the affordable, low cost health insurance plan today.   <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>Find Affordable, Low Cost Health Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/find-affordable-low-cost-health-insurance</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2007 13:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>group health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance premiums</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance policies</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/find-affordable-low-cost-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The best way to find affordable, low cost health insurance is to have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. Group health insurance plans are the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans out there, aside from state-sponsored health insurance plans. If you can obtain a group]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The best way to find affordable, low cost health insurance is to have an employer-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> plan. Group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>s</a> are the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans out there, aside from state-sponsored health insurance plans. If you can obtain a group health insurance plan from your employer, you will pay even less for your health insurance than you would if you purchased a group health insurance plan on your own. <br /><br /> Most employers have certain requirements an employee must meet before he or she can be a part of the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. These requirements range from the number of hours the employee works, to the employee's status, i.e., whether the employee works full-time or part-time. Employers sometimes have time requirements as well. This means the employee must be with the company for a certain amount of time before he or she is considered eligible for the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Employer-sponsored group health insurance plans are usually the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans for a variety of reasons. If you have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+premiums" rel="tag">health insurance premiums</a> are either divided between you and your employer, or paid completely by your employer. This means one of two things: <br /><br /> =95You are only required to pay half of the health insurance premiums plus a low cost co-payment. <br /><br /> =95You are only required to pay an affordable co-payment. <br /><br /> Employer-sponsored group health insurance plans become even more affordable and low cost when you factor in your spouse and children. Rather than purchase individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a> for each of your family members, or pay out-of-pocket for health care costs, you can add your spouse and your children to your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Find out if your employer offers a group health insurance plan, and ask how you can enroll in the affordable, low cost health insurance plan today.   <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 Health Care With A Major Medical Insurance Plan</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:19:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance plans</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>medical insurance plan</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>group health coverage</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-care-with-a-major-medical-insurance-plan</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ When people are unable to obtain an affordable, employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, they usually figure an individual health insurance plan is their only other option, short of state-sponsored health care. Purchasing an individual health insurance plan is indeed an option, but if you]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ When people are unable to obtain an affordable, employer-sponsored group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>, they usually figure an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> plan is their only other option, short of state-sponsored health care. Purchasing an individual health insurance plan is indeed an option, but if you can't afford it at this time in your life you may want to consider finding affordable health care with a major medical plan. <br /><br /> When comparing <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> and major medical plans, you'll probably find that major medical plans are generally more expensive. But you're not looking for more expensive! You're looking for affordable health care! Rest assured, you can find affordable health care with a major <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/medical+insurance+plan" rel="tag">medical insurance plan</a>. While you may spend more on monthly premiums when you purchase a major medical insurance plan, you will save money when it comes to major medical costs =96 think major surgeries, extended hospital stays, etc. These kinds of health care coverage are much more expensive than, say, a regular check-up. These kinds of health care coverage are also the kinds that will financially break you if you don't have coverage, or enough coverage, in the event they occur. A regular individual health insurance plan will not cover the same high dollar amount of major medical care that a major medical insurance plan will cover. This is the point at which those higher monthly premiums begin to make sense. <br /><br /> Having health insurance is important. Health care is expensive, and the cost is steadily rising. If you don't have employer-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+coverage" rel="tag">group health coverage</a>, and aren't eligible for a state-sponsored health plan, you must purchase some sort of health insurance. While regular individual health insurance plans are generally less expensive as far as monthly premiums are concerned, major medical insurance plans cover a greater portion of the more expensive medical treatments and procedures. Take these factors into consideration when shopping for the most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> plan for you.   <bio><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> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/home-cheap.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/home-cheap.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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