Health Matters: What’s a young person to do when parents’ insurance ends?

Q: I’m 23 years old and can no longer be covered by my parents’ health plan. I have to get my own insurance and I don’t understand the underwriting process. Can you give me some ideas how to start shopping?…

Obstacles to health insurance

Q. I applied for an individual medical insurance plan and was declined.  I was shocked.  I only take two medications at 10 mg:  Lipitor for cholesterol and Norvasc for blood pressure.  I haven’t had any other claims in years.  Why…

Health Matters: COBRA insurance

By Marge Beck  

Q: I am currently covered under COBRA from my prior employer. My new employer is going to implement a new health plan effective June 1. My COBRA premium is due May 15. What happens if I don’t pay…

Marge Beck, Q&A “Health Matters”
Health Insurance Expert

Q: What is an H.S.A.? How can it help me?

An H.S.A. is a Health Savings Account.  This account could be described as a “Health IRA.”

It is a tax-favored savings account that allows you to pay for qualified medical expenses with…