Save Money on Health Insurance - Tweak Your Coverage

There are a number of things you can do to keep high quality coverage and save money on your health insurance premiums at the same time.

Lower Your Co-Insurance Percentage

Most plans cover 100%, 90%, 80%, or 70% of your medical expenses after you meet your deductible. If you have the option to lower your co-insurance percentage, consider moving making the switch to lower your monthly cost. Most plans will have out-of-pocket maximums (the maximum amount you would pay per year for all covered services, in the event of a catastrophe) to protect you in a major event, so it's not as bad as it sounds.

For instance, my out-of-pocket-maximum is $3,000 for the year. That's the most I would pay in one year, period. Changing your co-insurance percentage to a lower level might raise your out-of-pocket maximum or total risk a little bit. Find out the details before you make the change.

Drop Your Accident Benefit

Sometimes accident riders are a good benefit to have. They typically cover the first set dollar amount of an accident, before you are required to pay toward your medical deductible and co-insurance. Accident riders can be beneficial especially if you have kids. However, if you can do without this benefit, find out how much it will save you to drop it, if that's an option.

Reduce Your Annual or Lifetime Maximum Benefit

Some plans have very high lifetime maximums. I have seen them as high as $25,000,000. Also, you may be able to lower your annual benefit maximum. Only consider making these two changes if you feel confident that your maximum benefits are substantial. Even then, it's good to consult your agent.

Save money on health insurance coverage - tweak your benefits

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