Ohio Health Insurance Scams

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Ohio health insurance is big business. Unfortunately, sometimes it turns out to be monkey business.

When you go online and request an Ohio health insurance quote, you’re likely to be contacted…no…make that BOMBARDED, with calls and emails from across the US. And while the vast majority of persons who contact you are honest professionals, you may be contacted by a con artist looking to make a fast buck.

These Ohio health insurance scams operate in every state and are stealing millions of dollars from innocent victims. And sometimes, you don’t find out until your medical bills go unpaid.

However…there are some warning signs that can help you avoid a scam:

·        The plan appears to be similar to insurance, but the representative used words such as “benefits” and “coverage” instead of “insurance.”

·        You are asked to pay an expensive “application fee” or “association fee” in addition to the premium.

·        The company has no local offices and you have never heard of them.

·        The rep explaining the plan tells you that the policy must be purchased immediately or the rate will go up the next day.

·        The plan you are applying for accepts all applicants. Serious medical conditions do not affect the rate.

·        The rate appears to be substantially lower than other “Name-brand” plans and coverages appear to be higher.

·        The rep tells you they don’t have any materials to send in the mail until after you pay the initial fee.

Of course…as the old saying goes…If it sounds too good to be true…it probably is.

Ohioquotes.com, Ohio’s premier resource for Ohio health insurance plans, never uses any type of “discount plan” or any insurer not rated “A” by A.M. Best Company. To instantly view, compare and apply for high quality health coverage, please click on the “Get Instant Quote” button at the top of the page.

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Low Cost Ohio Health Insurance Plans

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Low cost Ohio health insurance plans are available. And you don’t have to sacrifice all of your coverages when you purchase a plan. Some of the most affordable low cost Ohio health insurance plans are described below:

Catastrophic Low Cost Plans

Saver 80 plan from UnitedHealthOne. Catastrophic plan is one of the least expensive plans offered in Ohio. Major medical coverage with many optional deductibles.

Preventative And Hospital Care 3000 plan from Aetna. Catastrophic plan also includes preventative coverage that is not subject to the deductible.

Semi-Comprehensive Low Cost Plans

Value plan from Anthem. Competitively-priced policy allows two office visits per person per year along with limited prescription coverage. Wide range of available deductibles.

Copay Saver plan from UnitedHealthOne. Very similar to Anthem’s value plan, although rates are generally higher in most Ohio counties.

PPO Value plan from Aetna. Another low cost Ohio plan that allows two office visits. Additional office visits are subject to a deductible. Very good preventative coverage included.

Comprehensive Low Cost Plans

Copay Select from UnitedHealthOne. Unlimited covered office visits subject to a $35 copay. Above-average prescription coverage is included along with good preventative benefits (subject to 90-day waiting period).

Premier plan from Anthem. This policy was introduced in early 2009. Very flexible contract with many available riders. Solid coverage although fairly expensive when comparing to other similar plans.

PPO Copay plan from Aetna. Truly a “low cost plan,”…this policy always seems to be one of the more affordable options in this class. Great preventative coverage and wide range of available deductibles.

There are other low cost Ohio health care options. I have tried to focus on the plans that seem to have the most affordable rate in most parts of the state.

To instantly view, compare and apply for high quality Ohio health plans, please click on the “Get Instant Quote” button at the top of the page.

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Why Do Some Prescriptions Cost More Than Others?

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Ohio health insurance companies divide all drugs into categories (tiers) based on cost and use. “Generic” drugs are the least expensive while “Specialty” drugs are the most expensive.

Humana provides an informative video that explains the differences in each tier of drugs. Whether you take multiple prescriptions, or you have no current medical conditions, please take a moment to view the video.

If you need any additional information regarding the impact of prescriptions on Ohio health insurance coverage, please feel free to call us at (888) 513 6446. You may also receive an instant Ohio health insurance quote by clicking on the “Get Instant Quote” button at the top of the page.

Ohioquotes.com is the premier resource for Ohio Health Insurance coverage. 

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How Safe Is Your Ohio Insurance Policy?

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A $170 billion federal bailout is the only thing keeping insurance heavyweight AIG afloat. And many other companies are losing millions of dollars every quarter. Insurance companies invest heavily in the stock market and real-estate market…which have generated massive losses in the last 12 months.

But…don’t worry. Your policy is quite safe! The Ohio Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association was created to protect policyholders, up to specific limits, against financial failure of an insurance company licensed to sell those types of policies in Ohio.

You can read more about this Association here.

A few additional points to consider:

·        Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) are not included

·        Policies sold by insurers not licensed to do business in Ohio are not included.

·        The Guarantee Association can provide this coverage because it collects money, through assessments from Ohio insurance companies.

·        The Ohio Department of Insurance regulates the Association.

When purchasing an Ohio health insurance policy, make certain the carrier is an “A” rated company and licensed to do business in Ohio. If you have any questions regarding Ohio health insurance quotes or any Ohio health company, please feel free to contact us at service@ohioquotes.com

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Where Should You Buy Your Ohio Health Insurance?

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Evidently, you know where to buy your Ohio health insurance, because you’re here! Ohioquotes.com is the premier source for Ohio health insurance plans. If you don’t currently have insurance, or you’re looking for a more affordable policy, you have come to the right place.  But there are hundreds…perhaps thousands of websites that will provide rates.

So…what makes this website so special? Let’s start with the plans that are presented to you. Only quality companies are considered. You know…the reputable ones, such as Anthem Blue Cross, Aetna, UnitedHealthCare, Medical Mutual, Celtic and Humana. You’ll never find any type of “discount plan” or any company that I wouldn’t use for my own coverage.

Comparing different Ohio health care plans can be very confusing. But we try to simplify the process for you. Side-by-side comparisons allow you to select the coverages that you need and choose an affordable plan. And if you apply for coverage, you’ll get plenty of help. Your short application can be completed online, via fax or by mail. And a live person is generally available to assist you. We answer emails past midnight!

Just as importantly, when you are requesting an Ohio health insurance quote, do you want six out-of-state brokers incessantly calling you and possibly recommending the wrong plans? Of course not. Many online quote websites are simply selling your information to anyone that will pay for it. This site? We never release your information to anyone. And nobody will ever ask for your checking account or credit card number. If you want us to call you, we will. But otherwise, we promise not to call.

But what about the rates? Are they truly the lowest available  rates? You betcha! And that’s a guarantee. Ohio health care rates are regulated by the Department of Insurance. So, you won’t find a lower premium. And we’ll take the extra time to make sure the plan you purchase is the right fit. You’ll be able to use the coverages that are important to you, and avoid paying for items that you don’t need and would never use.

With 30 years of experience, we have helped thousands of customers. When you buy Ohio medical coverage,  whether it’s an online link we provide or by fax or email, we research your options like no other website or broker. We understand each plan and will simplify the application process and get you covered as quickly as possible. And of course, when you request a comparison at the top of the page, the quote is free!

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Ohio Health Insurance Plan Review

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There are hundreds of Ohio health insurance plans. Coverages range from high-deductible catastrophic plans to comprehensive plans with small out-of-pocket expenses. Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are also available and growing in popularity.

Ohioquotes.com, the premier website for Ohio health insurance plans, reviews popular Ohio policies each month. This month, all four reviewed plans are readily available, easily underwritten, and quite affordable.

Anthem Value Plan Two office visits per person (per year) are included, subject to a $30 copay. Brand-name formulary and and Generic non-formulary prescription are included. Like many Ohio health insurance plans, some preventative care and diagnostic services are included. And a generous $5 million lifetime limit is also built into the policy.

UnitedHealthCare Copay Saver Plan  One of many Ohio health insurance plans offered by UnitedHealthCare. A $35 copay applies to the two allowed office visits per person per year (including wellness). Generic prescriptions are subject to a $15 copay while non-generic prescriptions are not covered. The lifetime limit is $3 million and maternity coverage can be added as a rider.

Aetna Preventative And Hospital Care 3000  Perhaps Aetna’s most affordable Ohio health insurance plan, this policy is HSA compatible. The principal feature of the policy is the outstanding preventative care coverage. Annual routine GYN exams, routine physicals, and Paps/Mammograms are not subject to a deductible. A $1 million lifetime limit is included.

UnitedHealthCare Saver 80 Plan One of the least expensive Ohio health insurance plans, this plan is designed to cover catastrophic claims. Major medical and emergency room charges are covered, along with most routine hospital expenses. Office visits are not covered, although a drug prescription discount card in included. $3 million of lifetime limit coverage per person is included in each policy.

Affordable Ohio health insurance plans are available, and often can be approved in less than a week. The application process is simple and physicals are rarely required.

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UPDATE: August 2011. It’s hard to believe it’s been two years since I wrote this short post. Many plans have changed. The Anthem Value plan has been replaced by the “SmartSense” plan. You can easily view Anthem Ohio Rates on our website.

Also, The UnitedHealthCare Copay Saver plan is now referred to as the Copay Value plan. The rates are still very attractive.

Lifetime caps have also been eliminated on all plans.

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What Do You Do If You Lose Your Job?

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If you live in Ohio and have recently lost your job…you’re not alone. The state has lost more than 260,000 jobs since 2000, about 5 percent of all jobs. The hardest hit areas have been Trumbull County, losing 20.5 percent of its jobs, and Montgomery County, losing 14.1% of its jobs.

President Barack Obama’s health care ideas are now facing delay, when Tom Daschle, who was chosen to head the initiative, suddenly withdrew his nomination for the health secretary position. Health care reform has taken a back seat to more important matters…such as the failing economy and helping auto manufacturers and some financial institutions.

If you find yourself out of a job, between jobs, or your employer is reducing your hours, your health insurance may be affected.  In many cases, your current coverage extends for a few months (or less), and then the search for an affordable Ohio health insurance plan begins. But there are many affordable options, including those persons with serious health conditions.

Cobra is one option. Under this program, Ohio workers laid off from companies with 20 or more employees can extend their employee-provided health insurance for 18 months. Of course…premiums are often extremely expensive. And with the current recession and no end in sight, Cobra’s premiums are not a viable health insurance option for many Ohioians.

However, if you have no significant medical issues, such as cancer, diabetes or heart disease, you may qualify for an individual Ohio health insurance policy. The application process is simple and physicals are rarely required. The most popular Ohio companies are Anthem Blue Cross, UnitedHealthCare, Medical Mutual, Humana and Aetna.

For example, in Franklin County, a nonsmoking family of four (Parents-Age 40 & Children-Ages 8 & 10), with no medical issues, can buy a “catastrophic health” plan for about $140 per month. A “comprehensive” plan, which offers many more coverages, would cost between $250 and $330 per month, depending on the major medical deductible.

 Naturally, rates will be substantially less if only one person is insured. Also, existing medical conditions can raise the rate. With your own policy, your coverage is portable, so you may keep the policy as long as you want. Also…with individual coverage, unlike group coverage, your rate is not affected by a large amount of unhealthy persons in the group.

Ohioquotes.com offers free quote comparisons and you never pay any fees for using our website. Feel free to contact us or use the quote engine which gives you instant rates.

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Ohio Health Insurance Companies

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There are many Ohio health insurance companies that offer individual and family coverage to Ohio residents. Anthem Blue Cross, UnitedHealthCare, Medical Mutual and Aetna are the four largest carriers. But there are numerous other companies that offer medical coverage in Ohio

To help you select the most affordable Ohio health insurance plan, a comprehensive list of the major Ohio health insurance companies is listed below:

Anthem Blue Cross is the largest Ohio health insurance company, providing coverage to almost one out of every four insureds. A wide variety of plans are available, including “Blue Access Plan 2,” Anthem’s most comprehensive policy. The “Value” plans offer substantial discounts in exchange for limitations of office visit and prescription coverage.

UPDATE: In March of 2009, Anthem introduced three new Ohio health insurance plans. The “Premier” plan is a comprehensive policy featuring lower out-of-pocket costs. The “SmartSense” plan is a comprehensive plan with some limitations in benefits. And the “Lumenos HSA” plan ha some new features.

Medical Mutual of Ohio (MMO) is one of the oldest Ohio health insurance companies. Recently, they expanded their plan portfolio to include some lower-cost plans. Their smoker rates are very competitive, and MMO’s Health Savings Account (HSA) policies (Wellness plans) feature some of the best rates in the state. Their 0% coinsurance plan is very popular.

UnitedHealthCare (UHC) offers a broad range of polices at extremely competitive rates. After purchasing Golden Rule Insurance company a few years ago, UHC’s market share substantially increased. Rates are based on zip codes, as opposed to the more common county-rating system. At the very high BMI (Body Mass Index) ratings, UnitedHealthcare is not as forgiving as most other companies. One of UHC’s strong points is their large portfolio of Ohio health insurance plans.

Celtic has excellent temporary plans that are typically the lowest (or close to the lowest) cost. Their “Basic” plan has limited coverage but is very low-priced.

Kaiser offers medical coverage to residents of Northern Ohio. Ohio residents in the Columbus, Dayton and Cincinnati areas will not be able to obtain a policy.

Humana is not always the lowest-cost Ohio insurance company, but offers comprehensive plans with solid coverages. They are one of the few Ohio companies to offer maternity coverage, and have a very popular policy (Autograph Share 80 plan) that allows six office visits and is competitively priced. Their “short-term” rates are excellent and you’ll see them featured on our website.

Aetna began offering individual Ohio health insurance plans in 2005. Since that time, they have added many new plans, including the low-cost “Preventative and Hospital Care” policy. Overall, Aetna’s Ohio rates are extremely competitive. Their “Value” plans have become more popular in recent years. They limit the number of covered doctor visits but the rate is attractive.

Time Insurance (formerly Fortis) Company, offers more policy options than almost every other carrier. But, unfortunately, their rates in Ohio are extremely uncompetitive, and they also receive an unusually high number of consumer complaints.

UPDATE: May 2011. Time (also known as “Assurant”) has reduced the number of consumer complaints. They are the only carrier in the state that offers “child only” policies.

For a personalized recommendation based on your needs or an instant Ohio health insurance quote, please click on the “Get Instant Quote” icon at the top of the page or email eharris@ohioquotes.com While there are dozens of Ohio health insurance companies available to the consumer, we’ll personally select and review the handful of plans that will be your best options. And unlike many other websites, we never sell or give your information to any other person or company.

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Cinergy Health Insurance…Worth Your Time And Money?

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Cinergy Health doesn”t seem to do as much advertising these days. No, they don’t pitch OxiClean or Mighty Putty, but Cinergy does heavily market their medical plans.

Are they worth it? In most cases…No! In fact, unless you thoroughly read the fine print of your policy, you may be in for a jolt!

Available Cinergy Plans

Two types of plans are available. “Cinergy Health Signature” is their discount health plan and “Cinergy Health Preferred” is their insurance plan. Both plans offer far less coverage than a conventional Ohio health insurance policy from a major insurer…such as Blue Cross, Aetna or UnitedHealthCare.

“Cinergy Health Signature” is NOT an health insurance policy. It may help you reduce some of your healthcare costs, but not necessarily a significant amount. Coverage benefits are very vague and the premium for a single person is almost $1000 per year. And, the plans are actually provided by Patriot Health Florida, who requires you to PAY FOR ALL HEALTHCARE SERVICES in advance. Later, you may receive a discount on some of those expenses.

“Cinergy Health Preferred 500” is considered an insurance plan, but coverages are limited and descriptions of these coverages are fairly vague on their website. For example, this plan only covers ONE emergency room visit per year. Only ONE preventative visit per year is allowed. Daily hospital confinement charges are also limited to $500 per day and 30 days per year.

The Cost

If you can qualify for an Ohio Health Insurance Plan from a major carrier, then don’t waste your time with this carrier. If you are uninsurable, then you may want to consider a plan…but read the policy in its entirety. Cinergy will only consider refund requests in writing and will not refund the application fee.

Affordable Ohio health insurance is available. To instantly view and compare high quality Ohio health plans, please click on the “Get Instant Quote” button at the top of the page. You can get comprehensive coverage without breaking the bank.

UPDATE April 2011- I don””t see as much advertising from Cinergy three years after I wrote the original article. Their “Limited Health Benefit” plan might be worth considering if you are uninsurable. But keep in mind that the plan is NOT a major medical insurance plan and is not to be used to replace a catastrophic policy.

Cinergy Ohio health insurance should not be used to replace major medical or catastrophic health insurance policies. View affordable alternative Ohio plans.

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Ohio Health Insurance Coverage

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Comprehensive coverage. Catastrophic coverage.  If you”re a consumer shopping for individual or family health insurance, rates are perhaps the most important factor. But policy coverages are a key component, and ultimately, often determine which company is chosen.

To help you identify some of the differences in coverage, I have provided a list of some of the most common Ohio health insurance plans, and what type of coverage they offer. The list is not all-inclusive.

Comprehensive Plans

Anthem Blue Access Plan 2

Aetna PPO

UnitedHealthCare Copay Select

UnitedHealthCare MedOnePlus

UnitedHealthCare Plan 100

Medical Mutual SuperMed One Standard

Celtic Preferred Select

Humana Portrait

Catastrophic Plans

UnitedHealthCare Saver80

UnitedHealthCare HSA Saver

Combination Plans (Catastrophic with some office visit or RX coverage)

Anthem Blue Access Value

Anthem Blue Access Economy

Aetna PPO Value

Aetna P&H Care

UnitedHealthCare Saver

Medical Mutual SuperMedOne Value

Humana Autograph

Celtic Basic

For more specific rates and information and an instant Ohio health insurance quote, please visit http://www.ohioquotes.com or http://www.majormedicalhealth.com

November 2010 Update- Some of these plans are not offered, so it”s best to request a new quote at the top of the page.  -Ed

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