When the Affordable Care Act (ACA, or Obamacare) was ushered into law, it not only mandated that all U.S. citizens obtain minimum health coverage, but it also provided for a means of obtaining required healthcare insurance. First, federal resources were put into place via Healthcare.gov, a website that all Americans could use to enroll in […]
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Is Obamacare Universal Health Care?
In order to properly answer this question, it is important to first understand what universal health care is. In the most basic sense, universal health care centers on a system by which every citizen of a particular nation has access to quality health services without risking financial hardship. It requires three main things: equitable access […]
What Is Obamacare Simplified?
There has been a lot of confusion about the Affordable Care Act (ACA), more commonly known as Obamacare. This massive healthcare reform has changed the landscape for health insurance coverage, not to mention medical care in general, and although it has been in effect for a couple of years now, there are still many people […]
What Is the Difference between Medicare and Medicare Advantage?
There’s no denying that Medicare can be a bit confusing to navigate, and the addition of Medicare Advantage presented an entirely new set of options and, in some cases, challenges for those that qualify for Medicare coverage and are seeking the most suitable options. The original Medicare program was developed in 1966 as a means […]
Does Health Insurance Cover Therapy?
We all have different needs when it comes to health insurance coverage. Some of us only need coverage for ourselves while others have to cover a spouse, children, or other dependents. Some consumers only require coverage for annual physicals, the infrequent flu, or emergency situations while others suffer with chronic conditions that call for ongoing […]
