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FAMILY INSURANCE
Health
insurance for families is very important for ensuring health
care in today’s classy medical environment. If your family is lucky,
either you or your spouse has a group health plan through the workplace.
However, many families need to find health reporting on their own.
There are two categories of family
health insurance today: group and individual. Most families
go with a group health
insurance policy because the costs are lower. In shopping for
group insurance, you should know there are several types of organized
medical networks and become familiar with their characteristics
as they relate to your family. The types include HMOs, PPO's,
POSs, and the new Health Savings Accounts.
HMOs are often lower in cost and are set up in regional clinics.
Your family will see their primary care physicians there, so it
is vital for the facility to be near your home. If your family members
are strong and require mostly routine care, an HMO may be a good
choice for you. PPOs and POSs are a little higher in cost but allow
for more flexibility. If you have a family member who may need to
see a specialist, these plans have large networks of doctors from
which to choose. You can also go outside of the networks, but at
a better cost to you.
The Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are new and can provide a tax-free
means of paying your family’s health costs and have the added advantage
of a possible tax-free savings account. More details about these
are explained both in our Glossary and elsewhere
in this website. It is important for you to become well-informed
about each.
Blue
Cross and Blue Shield currently provides healthcare to 2.6 million
people in the Massachusetts area. With over 17,000 participating
healthcare providers, BCBS of MA offers a strong network of care.
Their promise to their patrons, as well as their community reflects
in their nation-wide recognized services.
References
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