Best Health Insurance Plans In Ohio

Posted by Ed | General Insurance | Tuesday 24 August 2010 9:09 pm

The best health insurance plan in Ohio may not be as expensive as you realize. Ohio health insurance rates are still fairly low compared to most other states. So, you may be able to find the “best” health insurance plan very easily from major carriers such as Medical Mutual, Anthem Blue Cross, Humana, Aetna or UnitedHealthCare. We’re Ohio’s premier resource for finding the best health care from top companies and the Ohio Health Insurance Exchange.

Often, the best health insurance plan in Ohio is not necessarily the most expensive policy. For example, a Health Savings Account (HSA) will pay for 100% of medical expenses after the deductible has been met. Preventive coverages are not subject to a deductible and “Negotiated Repriced Discounts” can substantially reduce out-of-pocket costs (especially lab tests and X-Rays).

Ohio HSA premiums are typically less than comprehensive policy premiums. The difference in premium, which is often thousands of dollars per year, can be deposited into the HSA account to be used to pay for medical, dental and vision expenses on a tax-free basis. If an individual or a family does not have many office visits or prescriptions, an Ohio HSA might actually be the best health insurance plan for their situation.

Low deducible comprehensive plans are often modeled after the rich group coverage that you receive through an employer, and are often considered to be some of the best health insurance plans in Ohio. Medical Mutual’s “SuperMed One Elite 500” plan with optional office visit and prescription coverages, provides office visit, prescription and preventive benefits without having to meet a deductible. Major medical claims are also subject to just a low $500 deductible. This particular $500 deductible plan is not cheap, but is still less expensive than many employer-provided plans.

Anthem’s “Premier” plan with included office visit and prescription options, is another policy that offers comprehensive benefits with a 0% coinsurance option. Although lower deductibles are not available, total out-of-cost expenses remain fairly low because of the 0% coinsurance. Anthem also offers one of the largest provider Network in Ohio.

As earlier mentioned, the best health insurance plan in Ohio may not be the most expensive plan. We’ll happily discuss your options, although we’re used to recommending affordable quality plans…even if they’re not the most expensive!

To instantly view, compare or apply for an Ohio health insurance plan, please click on the “Get Instant Quote” button at the top of the page. You may also call us at (888) 513 6446.


Low Cost Student Health Insurance In Ohio

Posted by Ed | General Insurance | Saturday 7 August 2010 8:14 am

Low cost student health insurance in Ohio is offered by most of the large health insurers. Premiums are extremely affordable and policy premiums can be paid monthly with an option to cancel coverage at any time. Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, Medical Mutual and UnitedHealthCare feature affordable plans that include comprehensive office visit, prescription and major medical benefits.

As the premier trusted resource for low cost Ohio student health insurance coverage, we research all of the available plans to find the policies that provide the coverage you need, but at the lowest possible cost. If you live in Ohio, but attend an out-of-state school, it is important that we choose a carrier that will provide Network coverage in that area, so that you have a wide choice of physicians, specialists and medical facilities.

Most major Ohio colleges and universities (Ohio State, Dayton, Miami, Bowling Green etc…) require full-time students to have medical coverage. In fact, many schools offer student coverage that can be purchased each semester. However, university health plans may limit the facilities you can use or the type of care you receive. There also may be a low “lifetime limit” on the allowable medical benefits.

An individual Ohio student health insurance plan will provide access to off-site physicians and medical facilities. If a specialist is needed, they may be located many miles away from the campus. Most health insurers have large networks that allow you to choose specialized treatment, even if the provider is located hundreds of miles away. In many situations, if needed, you can also utilize facilities in different states. University plans rarely include this feature.

Typically, student health insurance rates that view on this website are not expensive. For example, a healthy 20-year old male in the Columbus area can purchase a comprehensive policy for approximately $85 per month (Medical Mutual SuperMed One with office visit and prescription coverages). The rate reduces to $65 with a higher major medical deductible (UnitedHealthCare Copay Plus). A limited office visit/prescription policy with a high deductible would reduce the rate to approximately $50 (UnitedHealthCare Copay Saver). Because of the wide range of choices, we feel it’s important to take the time to review your best options.

To instantly view low cost student health insurance in Ohio, simply click on the “Get Instant Quote” button at the top of the page. You’ll be able to easily view, compare or apply for quality coverage from the top health care providers. You can also talk to us live by calling (888) 513 6446.