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	<title>traditional health insurance</title>
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				<title>Self-Employed Individuals -- Are You Writing Off Your Health Insurance?</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/self-employed-individuals-are-you-writing-off-your-health-insurance</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2006 02:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance costs</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>health insurance policy</category><category>health care costs</category><category>self employed</category><category>contacting the irs</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/self-employed-individuals-are-you-writing-off-your-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Being self-employed offers freedoms that traditional jobs usually can't match. Self-employed individuals can work from home, set their own hours, and be their own bosses. They can choose their own work assignments, provide the services they want to provide, and even choose their own wages.  Yes,]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Being self-employed offers freedoms that traditional jobs usually can't match. Self-employed individuals can work from home, set their own hours, and be their own bosses. They can choose their own work assignments, provide the services they want to provide, and even choose their own wages. <br /><br /> Yes, self-employed individuals are living the life -- until it comes to health insurance, that is. <br /><br /> Most self-employed individuals, or individuals who work as independent contractors for a particular company, have to purchase their own <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a>. Without a traditional employer, there's no one to offer a health insurance package, right? So, self-employed individuals either purchase an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">individual health insurance</a> policy, or they pay for the cost of health care completely out of their own pockets. For some, this seems like a pretty even trade; for others, it doesn't. Health insurance is a perk of many career choices, after all. <br /><br /> But, for all self-employed individuals, or individuals who work as contractors, there may be a light at the end of the tunnel. When tax season rolls around, many self-employed individuals and individual contractors have the option of writing off their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+costs" rel="tag">health insurance costs</a>, or even out-of-pocket <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+care+costs" rel="tag">health care costs</a>. This means self-employed individuals and individual contractors have a chance at getting back a percentage of the money they spent towards health care. <br /><br /> Not everyone is familiar with writing off individual health insurance or out-of-pocket health care costs, especially those self-employed individuals who are fairly new to the world of self-employment. If you're a self-employed individual, or an individual who works as an independent contractor for other companies, consider <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contacting+the+irs" rel="tag">contacting the IRS</a> and finding out the necessary steps involved in writing off your individual health insurance or out-of-pocket health care costs. You may also want to talk with an accountant, or someone experienced with tax preparation. When tax season comes, you'll be prepared to start writing off your individual health insurance or out-of-pocket health care costs.   <bio><a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Student-Health.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Student-Health.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>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>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>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>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 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>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>Health Insurance Plan - Who Should Opt For Short-term Health Insurance?</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:01:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>traditional health insurance</category><category>health insurance act</category><category>term health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>short term health insurance</category><category>routine checkups</category><category>short term insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/health-insurance-plan-who-should-opt-for-short-term-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When anyone talks of health insurance they only know about the conventional types of health insurance that is available. But, one must remember that the traditional health insurance plan may not be viable in every case. This may not be possible because the person might be changing jobs and be in]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[When anyone talks of health insurance they only know about the conventional types of health insurance that is available. But, one must remember that the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/traditional+health+insurance" rel="tag">traditional health insurance</a> plan may not be viable in every case. This may not be possible because the person might be changing jobs and be in between jobs; or they may be employed with an agency which does not provide coverage to part-time employees or temporary employees; or it might be because you are still in college and studying, etc. In these kinds of circumstances it is not possible to take up a conventional <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>. But, most people these days do not feel safeguarded if they are not covered by any health insurance for which reason, such people should opt for a short-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+health+insurance" rel="tag">term health insurance</a> plan.<br><br>Short-term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+act" rel="tag">health insurance act</a> as a stop gap to provide insurance coverage to people who cannot for many reasons, opt for a conventional health insurance plan. As the name indicates short-term health insurance is provided for short duration of time and is provided with the belief that the person will switch over to a more conventional plan when it is possible. This plan is designed to help a person have coverage in case of an emergency to meet expenses towards medical treatment like ambulance fees, x-rays, intensive care and emergency care, etc. Though the benefits provided with short-term insurance might vary from one company to the other, the primary benefits will include what is mentioned above. But, usually these plans will not provide coverage for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/routine+checkups" rel="tag">routine checkups</a> and for any preexisting conditions. People looking for such options must choose a traditional health insurance plan.<br><br>The premium towards short-term health insurance will differ from one company to the other and might be anywhere in the range of $25 to $100. This also depends on the benefits provided by the company and on the deductibles that starts off at $250 and can go up to $5,000. The payout provided by these policies are also quite modest and will be somewhere in the range of one to two million. The coverage will be provided for particular short periods of time and may vary from a month to three months. Some policies will even provide coverage for around six months although none of these policies might be for more than a year.<br><br>But, how does one obtain short-term health insurance? This can be searched on the internet and you will be provided a list of the companies that have this kind of insurance plan with them. By looking online, one even gets the opportunity to compare similar policies offered by other insurance companies. Before opting for a short-term insurance plan with any company it is best to research the benefits provided by the policy and to know your liabilities in detail. This will ensure that you get the maximum benefit out of the plan and not be in for any kind of surprise if any claim needs to be made in the case of any unfortunate event such as an illness or injury.<bio>Before you plan to retire, read what impact on the health insurance to you via <a href="http://www.wellbeingcoverage.com/retirement-and-health-insurance.php">retirement health insurance</a> as wel as some tips on <a href="http://www.wellbeingcoverage.com/Shopping-for-a-health-insurance.php">shopping for a health insurance</a> written by experts in health insurance industry when you visit http://www.wellbeingcoverage.com the premier portal on health insurance individual quote</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Marriage Shouldn't Determine Your Health Insurance Policy</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2006 02:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance policy</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>current health</category><category>own health</category><category>vice versa</category><category>marriage</category><category>share a life</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/marriage-shouldnt-determine-your-health-insurance-policy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[It's common for people who share a life together through marriage to also share a health insurance policy. Marriage brings two people, and everything they own, together; sometimes, "everything they own" includes their health insurance policies. While most married couples choose to use one health]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[It's common for people who <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/share+a+life" rel="tag">share a life</a> together through <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/marriage" rel="tag">marriage</a> to also share a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a>. Marriage brings two people, and everything they own, together; sometimes, "everything they own" includes their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a>. While most married couples choose to use one health insurance policy to cover both because it seems more affordable, there are actually benefits to having two separate health insurance policies. <br /><br /> It's true that using one health insurance policy for both people after marriage can sometimes save money; however, what happens if both spouses already have health insurance policies with which they are satisfied? <br /><br /> If this is the case, it's time to sit down and list the pros and cons of both keeping separate health insurance policies, and deciding on one health insurance policy to stick with. <br /><br /> If you and your spouse both have health insurance policies, think about how pleased each of you is with your separate health insurance policies. If you're both extremely satisfied with your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/own+health" rel="tag">own health</a> insurance policies, it may not pay to eliminate one and keep the other. You may have a health insurance policy that allows you to see certain specialists your health requires you to see at lower prices while your spouse, who doesn't need to see these specialists, has a plan that doesn't cover these specialists. <br /><br /> On the other hand, your spouse may have a health insurance policy that offers benefits your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/current+health" rel="tag">current health</a> insurance policy doesn't offer, or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/vice+versa" rel="tag">vice versa</a>. If your spouse's health insurance policy is cheaper than your health insurance policy, and offers the benefits you want and need but don't currently have, perhaps you should consider dropping your health insurance policy and joining your spouse's health insurance policy. <br /><br /> Ultimately, as long as the coverage needed is offered, and the prices paid are affordable, whether you keep separate health insurance policies or decide to use only one after marriage is entirely up to you.   <bio><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> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</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>
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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 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>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>Get Really Affordable Health Insurance In Virginia</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-really-affordable-health-insurance-in-virginia</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2007 08:59:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance company</category><category>health insurance matters</category><category>health insurance agents</category><category>health insurance agent</category><category>live health</category><category>health maintenance organizations</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-really-affordable-health-insurance-in-virginia</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There are many ways to find affordable health insurance in Virginia. You can always turn to the tried and true methods of shopping for affordable health insurance online, but sometimes people want to talk to a person face-to-face. If this is the case, you can always visit your local health]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[There are many ways to find <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in Virginia. You can always turn to the tried and true methods of shopping for affordable health insurance online, but sometimes people want to talk to a person face-to-face. If this is the case, you can always visit your local <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> and speak with a live <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+agent" rel="tag">health insurance agent</a> about your health insurance needs. <br /><br /> However, both of the methods can be either sketchy (shopping online for something as important as health insurance is sometimes risky business) or time-consuming (making an appointment and trip to your local health insurance company when all you have is your lunch hour). Of course, you can always just cut to the chase by visiting Virginia's Bureau of Insurance. <br /><br /> Virginia's Bureau of Insurance will provide you will all the information you need about finding affordable health insurance in Virginia. The Virginia Bureau of Insurance provides extensive information about special assistance for seniors; how to contact the Office of the Managed Care Ombudsman who handles <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+maintenance+organizations" rel="tag">Health Maintenance Organizations</a> (HMOs) and Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs); tips to help you understand your health coverage in Virginia; tips for the self-insured; health benefits for which you may be eligible; information about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+agents" rel="tag">health insurance agents</a> licensed to do business in Virginia; worker's compensation; and many more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+matters" rel="tag">health insurance matters</a> in Virginia. <br /><br /> If you need help regarding affordable health insurance in Virginia, the Virginia Bureau of Insurance should be your first stop. Despite all the online health insurance quotes you can get, the Virginia Bureau of Insurance is the one place where you can find all the information gathered together, and even speak with a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/live+health" rel="tag">live health</a> insurance representative when you do not quite understand something. Plus, health insurance representatives of the Virginia Bureau of Insurance will be able to suggest other alternatives for affordable health insurance plans in Virginia that you may overlook during your search of the Web site.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/health-affordable.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/health-affordable.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Get Really Affordable Health Insurance In Virginia</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-really-affordable-health-insurance-in-virginia</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 2007 02:35:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance matters</category><category>health insurance agent</category><category>preferred provider organizations</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>affordable health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance agents</category><category>health maintenance organizations</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-really-affordable-health-insurance-in-virginia</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ There are many ways to find affordable health insurance in Virginia. You can always turn to the tried and true methods of shopping for affordable health insurance online, but sometimes people want to talk to a person face-to-face. If this is the case, you can always visit your local health]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ There are many ways to find <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in Virginia. You can always turn to the tried and true methods of shopping for affordable health insurance online, but sometimes people want to talk to a person face-to-face. If this is the case, you can always visit your local health insurance company and speak with a live <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+agent" rel="tag">health insurance agent</a> about your health insurance needs. <br /><br /> However, both of the methods can be either sketchy (shopping online for something as important as health insurance is sometimes risky business) or time-consuming (making an appointment and trip to your local health insurance company when all you have is your lunch hour). Of course, you can always just cut to the chase by visiting Virginia's Bureau of Insurance. <br /><br /> Virginia's Bureau of Insurance will provide you will all the information you need about finding affordable health insurance in Virginia. The Virginia Bureau of Insurance provides extensive information about special assistance for seniors; how to contact the Office of the Managed Care Ombudsman who handles <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+maintenance+organizations" rel="tag">Health Maintenance Organizations</a> (HMOs) and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/preferred+provider+organizations" rel="tag">Preferred Provider Organizations</a> (PPOs); tips to help you understand your health coverage in Virginia; tips for the self-insured; health benefits for which you may be eligible; information about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+agents" rel="tag">health insurance agents</a> licensed to do business in Virginia; worker's compensation; and many more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+matters" rel="tag">health insurance matters</a> in Virginia. <br /><br /> If you need help regarding affordable health insurance in Virginia, the Virginia Bureau of Insurance should be your first stop. Despite all the online health insurance quotes you can get, the Virginia Bureau of Insurance is the one place where you can find all the information gathered together, and even speak with a live health insurance representative when you do not quite understand something. Plus, health insurance representatives of the Virginia Bureau of Insurance will be able to suggest other alternatives for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">affordable health insurance plans</a> in Virginia that you may overlook during your search of the Web site.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/health-affordable.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/health-affordable.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Get Affordable Health Insurance In Virginia</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-health-insurance-in-virginia</link>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 24 Feb 2007 08:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance company</category><category>health insurance companies</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>virginia health insurance</category><category>health insurance agent</category><category>reputable health</category><category>health care savings</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-affordable-health-insurance-in-virginia</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[In order to obtain affordable health insurance in Virginia, you must become a smart, conscientious consumer. Take these tips into consideration before you commit yourself to any health insurance program in Virginia.  Avoid scams. Insurance fraud can go both ways; not all health insurance companies]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[In order to obtain <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in Virginia, you must become a smart, conscientious consumer. Take these tips into consideration before you commit yourself to any health insurance program in Virginia. <br /><br /> Avoid scams. Insurance fraud can go both ways; not all <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+companies" rel="tag">health insurance companies</a> or agents have your best interest in mind. Many health insurance companies or agents are interested only in obtaining money from you. These companies are usually fly-by-night companies. To avoid these scams, contact the Virginia Bureau of Insurance and ask if the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> in question is licensed to do business in Virginia. If not, move on. If so, you will be protected against fraud should the company scam you. <br /><br /> Be aware of what you are purchasing. If the company or agent tells you it's health insurance, it's health insurance. If the company or agent tells you it's a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+care+savings" rel="tag">health care savings</a> or discount plan, it's not insurance. The two are not the same, so if you are looking for affordable health insurance in Virginia, you do not want to purchase a discount plan. Discount plans may help you save money, but they do not provide the same coverage as insurance plans. <br /><br /> Pay the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/virginia+health+insurance" rel="tag">Virginia health insurance</a> company. Paying the insurance company directly and requesting a receipt helps you protect yourself and your health insurance coverage. If the Virginia <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+agent" rel="tag">health insurance agent</a> does not want you to send payment directly to the health insurance company, you should contact the health insurance company immediately. <br /><br /> Take note of the way the health insurance is purchased. It is possible to find affordable health insurance in Virginia via the Internet, telephone, and radio, television, and newspaper advertisements, but the very solid and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/reputable+health" rel="tag">reputable health</a> insurance companies do not usually try to attract customers with flashy gimmicks. Keep your eyes and ears open for showy and loud advertisements, and take caution with those health insurance companies that use them.   <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>Health Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/health-insurance</link>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2006 20:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>adequate health insurance</category><category>health insurance company</category><category>long term health</category><category>insurance health</category><category>health questionnaires</category><category>importance of health</category><category>poor health</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[None of us know what life has install for us so we are completely in the dark when it comes down to making the decision as to whether or not we will actually physically need health insurance. What we have to look at is the level of risk and whether or not we are prepared to perhaps put our lives on]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[None of us know what life has install for us so we are completely in the dark when it comes down to making the decision as to whether or not we will actually physically need health insurance. What we have to look at is the level of risk and whether or not we are prepared to perhaps put our lives on the line not having <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+health+insurance" rel="tag">adequate health insurance</a> cover! <br /><br /> Buying heath insurance isn't a purchase that can be made lightly given the importance our state of health has on our quality of life. As a young person you might not give much consideration to the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/importance+of+health" rel="tag">importance of health</a> and dismiss the need for health insurance out of hand which is fine as long as you have the money to pay for medical care as and when the need arises. <br /><br /> As you get older you feel far more mortal and begin to understand how important decent health care is. As your health deteriorates or when you start to need medical care is the point you actually give serious consideration to taking out health insurance but unfortunately for some the decision is made too late. <br /><br /> As with all insurance, health insurance is a gamble. You may or may not need it but the important thing is that you can get health care when you do. <br /><br /> The really annoying thing about health insurance, and pet insurance for that matter, is that pre-existing conditions are excluded and that often includes conditions that have materialised whilst you are insured (the next year they are excluded). <br /><br /> Before being accepted by a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> you generally have to complete quite a lengthily questionnaire. You have to disclose such things as your weight, how much you drink, if you smoke, if you take exercise and if you have any chronic illnesses or other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/long+term+health" rel="tag">long term health</a> issues. If you live a healthy lifestyle you are likely to be offered discounts on your health insurance. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+questionnaires" rel="tag">Health questionnaires</a> are a method for screening and eliminating those potential clients who are in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/poor+health" rel="tag">poor health</a> and can be used for rejecting applications for health insurance or charging higher rates both good reasons to take out health insurance while you are in good health.   <bio>For more on health insurance visit <a href="http://www.24-7-insurance.com/Health_Insurance.html" >http://www.24-7-insurance.com/Health_Insurance.html</a> </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>Cheap Health Insurance - What Are Your Options?</title>
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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>Short Term Health Insurance: Don't Neglect Your Coverage!</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/short-term-health-insurance-dont-neglect-your-coverage</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Dec 2006 00:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance coverage</category><category>short term health insurance</category><category>term health insurance</category><category>murphys law</category><category>gap</category><category>new job</category><category>something can go wrong</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/short-term-health-insurance-dont-neglect-your-coverage</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[It is almost impossible to afford going to the doctor or the hospital without having some form of health insurance to help you pay the bills. However there are certain times in your life where you may find yourself without any health insurance. These times can be very scary times, because as]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[It is almost impossible to afford going to the doctor or the hospital without having some form of health insurance to help you pay the bills. However there are certain times in your life where you may find yourself without any health insurance. These times can be very scary times, because as Murphy's Law states, if <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/something+can+go+wrong" rel="tag">something can go wrong</a>, it will go wrong. You should not take your health lightly by thinking that you can make it for a short period of time without having health insurance. If you have just graduated college, been removed from your parent's health insurance, changed jobs, or if you are waiting for group coverage to start, then you should probably start looking for short term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+coverage" rel="tag">health insurance coverage</a> to fill the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gap" rel="tag">gap</a>. <br /><br /> If you are a child, then you can remain on your parent's health insurance until you graduate from high school. You can extend this coverage if you are a full-time college student, but after graduating college then you are removed from your parent's coverage. If you change jobs, then you might have to wait a full year at your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/new+job" rel="tag">new job</a> before you can get health insurance coverage. Sometimes you can negotiate health insurance coverage as soon as you start a new job, but most health insurance companies will require that you go through a probationary period before their coverage starts. In any of these cases you should get <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/short+term+health+insurance" rel="tag">short <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+health+insurance" rel="tag">term health insurance</a></a> coverage to fill the void. <br /><br /> Short term health insurance is health insurance that will cover an individual or a family for a time period of one month to one year. Some companies that offer short term health insurance will allow you to change your coverage to one of their standard plans if you need to extend your coverage over one year. The coverage of short term health insurance is not as comprehensive as a regular health insurance plan, because it is designed to protect against accidents and unforeseen illnesses. This usually allows the plan to be more affordable than regular health insurance which is another good reason to get short term health insurance to fill any gaps in your normal health insurance.   <bio>Get free Short Term Health Insurance quotes at <a href="http://www.short-termhealthinsurance.com/" >http://www.short-termhealthinsurance.com/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Affordable Health Insurance In Pennsylvania</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-pennsylvania</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 18 Feb 2007 12:27:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plan</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance policy</category><category>health insurance rights</category><category>health insurance company</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-pennsylvania</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you have just become unemployed and lost your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, one way for you to obtain affordable health insurance in Pennsylvania is to purchase a conversion plan.  Conversion coverage is an individual health insurance policy that comes from the same company]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If you have just become unemployed and lost your employer-sponsored group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>, one way for you to obtain <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in Pennsylvania is to purchase a conversion plan. <br /><br /> Conversion coverage is an individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a> that comes from the same company that provided <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> to your employer and his or her employees. If you received employer-sponsored group health insurance for no less than three months, you are eligible for conversion health coverage. When you purchase a conversion health insurance plan in Pennsylvania, you must pay the premiums that your employer may have once paid for you under your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan; however, you can't be denied due to any medical conditions. <br /><br /> Affordable health insurance in Pennsylvania in the form of conversion insurance covers not only you, but anyone else who was previously covered under your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. This includes your spouse -- even if the two if you are divorced -- and your children. As long as the person is your dependent, and previously covered with your health insurance policy, he or she can also be covered under your conversion coverage plan. <br /><br /> You are not eligible for conversion health coverage if you are already receiving, or are eligible to receive, health insurance offering similar coverage from another group health insurance plan, or health care programs such as Medicare. In most cases, you must also use up the Federal COBRA health care coverage if you qualify for it. <br /><br /> Once you become unemployed, you must be notified of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+rights" rel="tag">health insurance rights</a> under conversion <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a>. Once you are notified, you have 31 days to apply for conversion coverage. If you have not been notified of your health insurance rights under conversion health insurance plans, contact your employer, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> from which your employer purchased the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, or the Insurance Department of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.   <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 Pennsylvania</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-pennsylvania</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:25:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>affordable health insurance</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>health insurance policy</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance rights</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance company</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/affordable-health-insurance-in-pennsylvania</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you have just become unemployed and lost your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, one way for you to obtain affordable health insurance in Pennsylvania is to purchase a conversion plan.  Conversion coverage is an individual health insurance policy that comes from the same company]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you have just become unemployed and lost your employer-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> plan, one way for you to obtain <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> in Pennsylvania is to purchase a conversion plan. <br /><br /> Conversion coverage is an individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a> that comes from the same company that provided group health insurance to your employer and his or her employees. If you received employer-sponsored group health insurance for no less than three months, you are eligible for conversion health coverage. When you purchase a conversion <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a> in Pennsylvania, you must pay the premiums that your employer may have once paid for you under your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan; however, you can't be denied due to any medical conditions. <br /><br /> Affordable health insurance in Pennsylvania in the form of conversion insurance covers not only you, but anyone else who was previously covered under your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. This includes your spouse =96 even if the two if you are divorced =96 and your children. As long as the person is your dependent, and previously covered with your health insurance policy, he or she can also be covered under your conversion coverage plan. <br /><br /> You are not eligible for conversion health coverage if you are already receiving, or are eligible to receive, health insurance offering similar coverage from another group health insurance plan, or health care programs such as Medicare. In most cases, you must also use up the Federal COBRA health care coverage if you qualify for it. <br /><br /> Once you become unemployed, you must be notified of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+rights" rel="tag">health insurance rights</a> under conversion health insurance plans. Once you are notified, you have 31 days to apply for conversion coverage. If you have not been notified of your health insurance rights under conversion health insurance plans, contact your employer, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+company" rel="tag">health insurance company</a> from which your employer purchased the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, or the Insurance Department of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.   <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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