Assurant Health policyholders, we have an important update for you. Assurant has announced its exit from the health insurance market as of December 31, 2015. How Will this Impact Me? If you are an Assurant policyholder, you should feel no immediate impact of Assurant’s decision to stop selling health insurance. Assurant will continue to honor all existing policies, and your plan will continue to operate as usual until its termination
Recurring Payment Option for Anthem Members
If you live in Virginia and have individual Anthem BC/BS health insurance (vs. getting coverage through your employer), paying your premiums just got a little easier. Anthem has launched a new program by which existing customers with Affordable Care Act-compliant individual health plans can set up recurring debit or credit card payments. If you have an account on anthem.com (which we highly recommend!), when you click on the “Pay My
HSA Contribution Limits and Deductibles for 2016
The IRS recently released the 2016 inflation adjusted amounts for health savings accounts (HSAs). You are eligible to contribute to an HSA if you are covered under a high deductible health plan (HDHP) and meet certain other eligibility requirements. 2016 Annual HSA Contribution Limitation The maximum contribution to a health savings account (HSA) for 2016 is: 2016 HSA contribution limit (employer + employee) Individual: $3,350 Family: $6,750 2016 High Deductible
CareFirst Data Breach
Did You Enroll in CareFirst’s Online Policyholder Services Before June 20, 2014? If you answered YES, then you are among the approximately 1.1 million victims of the latest incidence of cyberattack on a health insurance company. CareFirst announced today that cyberattackers gained limited, unauthorized access to a customer database on June 19, 2014. We are working closely with CareFirst to understand the full implications of the breach. Here’s what we
Congrats Graduates!
Graduations mark a transition into the “real world” for many young adults. And part of being in the “real world” is having health insurance! If you are entering the working world, you may be eligible for health insurance through your employer. But if you don’t get a job right away, you still need health insurance (it’s the law!) and you have a few options: 1 – Remain on Your Parent’s
The Doctor Will See You Now — Online
The Push towards Telemedicine How many times have you been bothered by a cough, rash, fever, or other minor medical problem, but can’t easily get to your regular doctor? Imagine being able to be seen by a doctor without leaving your home or office. Or having access to medical care when you’re traveling. Telemedicine may be the answer. Most major health insurance carriers are making a big push towards including
Buying 2015 Health Insurance Outside of Open Enrollment
Open enrollment for 2015 health insurance has ended. It ran from November 15, 2014 through February 15, 2015. Outside those dates, you must have a qualifying event in order to be eligible to purchase Affordable Care Act-compliant coverage which is effective in 2015. NOTE: Anthem has extended its deadline to purchase off-exchange 2015 coverage until February 28. Click here for more info. Examples of Qualifying Events Change in marital status
Can I Still Sign Up for 2015 Health Insurance?
Although time is running out, you CAN still sign up for 2015 health insurance. Open enrollment ends on February 15, 2015. This means you can purchase a new individual or family health insurance plan — for any reason — until that date. Once open enrollment ends, however, you will not be able to purchase 2015 individual or family coverage unless you have a qualifying event. Get Covered Now! Having health
Access to Health Insurance for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) Individuals
Prior to 2014 and the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), if you are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT), you may have found it difficult to access affordable and comprehensive health insurance. You may have even been denied coverage altogether due to a pre-existing medical condition. But did you know that the new law establishes significant protections for LGBT individuals, making health insurance more accessible than ever before?
Anthem Extends Open Enrollment Deadline for Jan 1, 2015 Coverage
If you are looking for health insurance with an effective date of January 1, 2015, we have some good news! Anthem has extended its deadline to buy 1/1 coverage until December 31, 2014. The extension applies to Anthem’s off-exchange plans. Enroll with Anthem BC/BS If you are interested in securing a January 1 start date with Anthem, please don’t delay. Virginia Medical Plans offers two easy ways to apply: 1
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