According to a Consumer Reports survey, the median cost of eyeglasses ranges from less than $100 to more than $400 without insurance, depending on the retailer. High costs are a top reason people delay getting glasses or other vision services, according to a March 2022 Kaiser Family Foundation poll. In this article, we review five ways to save money when shopping for prescription glasses.
Which Is the Best COVID-19 Booster Shot
With new information, data and recommendations coming from many different sources, it’s hard to know what to do for your next shot. Ever-changing guidelines can be tough to digest, too. So, you may be thinking: “What do I really need to know about which vaccine is best for me?”
Patients with private insurance can face higher health costs at hospitals
People with private health insurance might pay higher prices for procedures or tests at a hospital.
A report published Monday by the research group Rand Corp. found that in 2022, the prices hospitals charged to private and employer-based insurance providers were, on average, 254% higher than what Medicare would have paid for the same services.
Charitable Pharmacies: What They Are and How They Help People Access Medications
Charitable pharmacies, which are often nonprofit organizations and provide free medications to low-income and uninsured people, are tackling this problem by helping those who need it most. In fact, according to the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics, there are more than 5.8 million visits to charitable pharmacies and clinics every year.
Get or change coverage outside of Open Enrollment
Qualify for a Special Enrollment Period
You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period due to a life event, like losing other coverage, getting married, having a baby, or based on estimated household income.
To get coverage, you need to apply. Create a Marketplace account (or log into your existing one) to start your application. Before you apply, you can preview plans and prices.
If you already have Marketplace coverage, learn how to report a change. Once you update your application, your Eligibility Results will tell you if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to switch plans.
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