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HIPAA: Why is it important to me?
More than 20 years ago the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) became law. Today, as a result of this law, we assume our private health information will always be protected. Before HIPAA When you think of HIPAA it may feel like privacy overkill to you. Yet, before HIPAA was law, more than one-third […]
HIPAA: Why is it important to me?
More than 20 years ago the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA) became law. Today, as a result of this law, we assume our private health information will always be protected. Before HIPAA When you think of HIPAA it may feel like privacy overkill to you. Yet, before HIPAA was law, more than one-third […]
Seven Key Facts to Know Medicare Supplement Policies
Are you approach your 65th birthday or thinking about switching from a Medicare Advantage Plan to Medicare Supplement Plan (also known as a Medigap policy)? If so, here are seven things to consider. First, you must have Medicare Part A and Part B. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan, you can apply for a Medigap […]
Seven Key Facts to Know Medicare Supplement Policies
Are you approach your 65th birthday or thinking about switching from a Medicare Advantage Plan to Medicare Supplement Plan (also known as a Medigap policy)? If so, here are seven things to consider. First, you must have Medicare Part A and Part B. If you have a Medicare Advantage Plan, you can apply for a Medigap […]
When You’re Not Feeling Well Do You go to the ER, Urgent Care or a Retail Minute Clinic?
You wake up with a horrible headache, fever and dizzy. You feel sick all over. You think you should see a doctor or a nurse but it’s Sunday and your primary physician doesn’t have office hours today. Who do you call for to get treatment? Do you call 911 for an ambulance to take you […]
When You’re Not Feeling Well Do You go to the ER, Urgent Care or a Retail Minute Clinic?
You wake up with a horrible headache, fever and dizzy. You feel sick all over. You think you should see a doctor or a nurse but it’s Sunday and your primary physician doesn’t have office hours today. Who do you call for to get treatment? Do you call 911 for an ambulance to take you […]
Life Insurance Facts to Consider
Many of us take life insurance for granted. If your employer offers it to you, it’s probably something that you never stopped to review. If you don’t have it as an employee benefit when was the last time you reviewed your coverage. Consider if these statements apply to you You have life insurance and the […]
Life Insurance Facts to Consider
Many of us take life insurance for granted. If your employer offers it to you, it’s probably something that you never stopped to review. If you don’t have it as an employee benefit when was the last time you reviewed your coverage. Consider if these statements apply to you You have life insurance and the […]
It’s Summertime – Make Sure Your Staying Cool!
The weather is finally warming up. You’ve taken off all of your layers, hats, scarves and gloves. Now, you and your family are ready to enjoy the warm sun. But, have you thought about what it takes to stay safe from the hot sun during the summer months. Did you know that in 244 people died […]
It’s Summertime – Make Sure You’re Staying Cool!
The weather is finally warming up. You’ve taken off all of your layers, hats, scarves and gloves. Now, you and your family are ready to enjoy the warm sun. But, have you thought about what it takes to stay safe from the hot sun during the summer months. Did you know that in 244 people died […]
A Look Into the Medicare Prescription Part D Drug Plan
As the new millennium arrived, so too did the introduction of the Medicare Part D by President Clinton. Also known as the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, the program provides prescription drug coverage to eligible participants. Up until the implementation of Medicare Part D in 2006, Medicare did not cover the cost of self-administered prescription […]
A Look Into the Medicare Prescription Part D Drug Plan
As the new millennium arrived, so too did the introduction of the Medicare Part D by President Clinton. Also known as the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program, the program provides prescription drug coverage to eligible participants. Up until the implementation of Medicare Part D in 2006, Medicare did not cover the cost of self-administered prescription […]
It’s Disability Awareness Month – Make Sure It’s Part of Your Plan for Facing the Unexpected
May is disability awareness month, a reminder that it’s important to evaluate if disability insurance is part of your income protection plan. Disability insurance provides financial protection at stressful time and is very different from other insurance products. An illness or injury can happen to anyone. Disability insurance pays you a portion of your salary […]
It’s Disability Awareness Month – Make Sure It’s Part of Your Plan for Facing the Unexpected
May is disability awareness month, a reminder that it’s important to evaluate if disability insurance is part of your income protection plan. Disability insurance provides financial protection at stressful time and is very different from other insurance products. An illness or injury can happen to anyone. Disability insurance pays you a portion of your salary […]