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Avoid Staying Sick & Going Broke
Welcome to Avoid Staying Sick and Going Broke, the show that takes the headache out of healthcare and brings you a humorous guide to navigating the confusing world of medical jargon, insurance bills, and everything in between. Whether you’re mystified by your latest hospital bill, unsure what a deductible even is, or just curious about how the healthcare system works, you’ve come to the right place.
On this show we break down the complex healthcare landscape into bite-sized, easy-to-understand pieces. No need to feel overwhelmed—we’ll help you decode the terminology and share tips on becoming your own best healthcare advocate. You’ll also learn how to avoid the financial pitfalls of medical care (aka “financial toxicity”) and leave feeling empowered, informed, and maybe even entertained.
Plus, healthcare professionals can tune in for insights on how to better explain medical details to their patients with clarity and compassion. So, grab your coffee (it’s good for you!) and get ready to dive in—it’s time to make healthcare a little less stressful and a lot more understandable!
Avoid Staying Sick & Going Broke
Health Insurance Simplified: Key Tips for Open Enrollment
*Trigger Warning: Mention of DNC and miscarriage.*
Navigating health insurance can be tricky, as our co-hosts, Bobbi Buell and Cass Lewis will share today. Focusing on the pitfalls of temporary plans and how to navigate open enrollment, they discuss why temporary plans might not cover pre-existing conditions, how coverage caps can leave you unprotected for costly treatments, and why these plans don’t follow ACA guidelines.
The episode offers practical advice on setting a health insurance budget, verifying provider networks, and ensuring prescriptions are covered. Even the basics are covered! The hosts also highlight options like Medicaid and VA care for those seeking alternative coverage.
This episode provides essential insights to help patients make informed decisions during open enrollment.
DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this podcast is intended as general information only and is not intended to serve as medical, legal, or financial advice, nor is it intended to be a substitute for professional advice of a medical professional, legal counsel, accountant or financial advisor. If you have a question about a specific matter, you should contact an appropriate professional directly to receive advice tailored for you. The views and opinions expressed by our hosts and any guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of their employers or any affiliated organizations. You assume full responsibility for the use of any information obtained through this podcast.
Resources Mentioned:
Healthcare.gov