we just can't afford that! is there a site where I can shop around?
2006-12-21 07:09:53 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Insurance
you shou;d go to an insurance broker instead. Bcoz they have a better deal with insurance companies instead going directly to insurance companies. And if ever you have any claim, insurance brokers will assist you. Try www.marsh.com
2006-12-21 07:29:48 · answer #1 · answered by john a 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Health insurance is a necessity, however, maybe not at the levels you are spending. What is really necessary is a plan to "stop the bleeding" If you have medical bills of $5,000 or even $10,000, most people can eventually dig themselves out of that hole. But $50,000 or $100,000 usually causes bankruptcy and the 7 years of pain after that. You might look at a higher deductible health plan. John Alden / Assurant has some of the best I have seen (My personal insurance is through John Alden). I would get with an agent. Most of them can write through several companies and know who currently has the best rates in your area.
2006-12-21 08:23:22 · answer #2 · answered by Michael R 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just pay it. Health insurance is a neccessity. It seems like a lot but you'll make it. Contact your state about alternative plans. Ask professionals. Contact some clinics and health care providers. There may be a way to get it cheaper. If there isn't, don't do without. If that's what it costs, that's what it costs.
2006-12-21 07:34:25 · answer #3 · answered by Big R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds as though you have a plan through your employer, and this amount will be deducted per pay period. Be cautious when shopping around for a "Cheap" plan, remember your company plan is being offered rates and plans based on location, how many people are in the group and how healthy your group is aka. medical usage and claims based on previous year. Shop for a "Apples to Apples" type of plan.
2006-12-23 02:02:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are many sites out there to shop for health insurance, here are three:
http://www.insurespeed.com - compare local agents and national companies
http://www.ehealthinsurance.com - shop multiple companies and buy online (just went public under the symbol EHTH)
http://www.insureme.com - compare local agents and national companies
http://www.netquote.com - Local agents
2006-12-21 15:16:25 · answer #5 · answered by Banditt 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a different employer
2006-12-21 07:46:12 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is cheaper
2006-12-21 20:28:52 · answer #7 · answered by ewwwofficialsexnewscom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋