Health insurance costs are close to spiraling out of control. Health insurance premiums are not far behind with no hope in sight. At least, that is what could be said about those consumers who do not take the time to do the appropriate research and homework to obtain the lower rates that are out there!
Let’s use the couple hundred dollars a month that you may save for something other than boring but very necessary health insurance coverage. Don’t have time to pore over policy manuals and research insurance company AM Best ratings all day and all night long?
Most people don’t so let’s take a look at a few quick ways to lower your health insurance premiums and get started NOW saving you money.
1.Investigate an HSA (Health Savings Account) or other similar high deductible health plan. HSA’s have all of the comprehensive coverage options of traditional health insurance they are just structured differently so that you will have a much lower monthly premium and additional tax benefits that are not available with traditional health insurance plans. To learn about the specifics of the HSA and also some of the new benefits brought about by the Pension Protection Act of 2006 that you can utilize to save money on health insurance read the below Health Savings Account article at Health Quote 360.
2.Re-evaluate your health insurance coverage every 6 months to 12 months. Health insurance rates change and your insurance needs change as well. Make the mistake of buying a health insurance policy and forgetting about it for a couple of years at your own peril.
3.Compare health insurance quotes from at least 3 different health insurance companies. Many companies are competitive in certain zip codes and their rates are adjusted monthly or quarterly. Choose a well known and reputable health insurance company.
