HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996)
• Limits exclusions for pre-existing medical conditions in group health plans to a maximum of 12 months (18 months for late enrollees). • A pre-existing medical condition is one in
• Limits exclusions for pre-existing medical conditions in group health plans to a maximum of 12 months (18 months for late enrollees). • A pre-existing medical condition is one in
• Group health plans with 20 or more employees are required to offer continuation of group health insurance coverage for individuals and their dependents. • Employees qualify for COBRA due
• Provide health care/dental care to individuals of all ages. • Are available to those without health insurance. • Payment is based on income- you pay what you can afford.
• A small number of hospitals and health care facilities are required to provide low-cost or no-cost medical care to those in need. • Eligibility is determined by family size
• Have agreements with certain physicians, hospitals and health care providers to provide a range of services. • Include PPOÕs, HMOÕs and POSÕs. PPOÕs have arrangements with physicians, hospitals and
• Also known as fee-for-service or traditional health insurance. • Usually indemnity plans offer more flexibility in choosing doctors and hospitals. • Typically, there is a deductible, the amount of
• Those eligible for veteranÕs health benefits include- Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, Reservists and National Guard members who were called to active duty. • Provides a Medical
• The health program for active duty service members, their families, survivors, retirees and former spouses is called TRICARE. • To be eligible for benefits, you must be registered in
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