Maryalene LaPonsie: 7 Ways To Keep Your Health Care Costs In Check
Submitted By Anonymous, Created 10/22/2015 - 11:21
- Pick the Right Health Insurance Plan - If you expect to have high medical bills, then a higher premium in exchange for lower out-of-pocket costs may be smart
- Use an HSA with Eligible High-Deductible Plans - Companies that offer HSAs as part of a benefits package often match deposits into an account
- Make the Most of Wellness Programs - While programs vary, often workers get a discount on their health insurance premium
- Let a Discount Card Fill the Gaps - These cards offer reduced rates on services offered by participating providers
- Shop Around for the Best Price - Consumers can save a significant amount of money simply by changing their health care provider
- Get Your Free Preventive Care - You may be able to identify potential areas of concern before they balloon into something bigger
- Make Smart Lifestyle Choices - Chronic disease is responsible for 86 percent of the country’s health care costs
Source: U.S. News and World Report
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