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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Plans
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has many health insurance options for 2019.
It is important to know that plans vary from state to state. Some plans are offered directly through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, while other plans have to be purchased through the Health Insurance Marketplace or the a state exchange. The good news is we can help you obtain quotes and see plan benefits on the policies offered in your area.
Shop for Individual or Family Health Insurance
This website focuses on private policies for individuals and families who purchase their own health insurance. Plan options vary by state. To get an online quote, start here.
Also be sure to learn about Anthem Dental and Vision Insurance.
Ameritas Dental Insurance Plans
Ameritas offers affordable dental and vision insurance plans for individuals and families. Ameritas plans have several options available so the insured can tailor them for a perfect fit. There are two different dental plans under the Advantage Plus umbrella. The PrimeStar vision plans offer different levels of coverage under either VSP or EyeMed, the two top providers of vision plans in the US. Listed below will be details of the coverage Ameritas offers. Plan benefits can vary slightly from state to state.
Save Money with the Ameritas PPO Dental Insurance Plan
The Advantage Plus II plan allows you to utilize an Ameritas Dental Network dentist for additional savings. This plan provides graduated coverage, so the percentage paid by the insurer increases each year. You are able to select this plan either with or without orthodontic coverage for those up to age 19. In general, the Ameritas Dental Network also provides the following benefits:
- Discounted fees of up to 30%
- Immediate in-network discounts
- One of the largest dental networks nationwide
Get a Quote to see the rates on Ameritas Dental Insurance.
The Advantage II Plus Network plan specifically offers the following benefits:
- 100% Preventative Care
- A minimum of 35% and up to 80% of basic services
- A minimum of 15% and up to 50% on major services
- A minimum of 15% and up to 50% on Orthodontics (optional)
Preventative services include two exams, cleanings and x-rays per year and fluoride and sealant treatment for patients under 16 years old. The annual calendar year deductible for all services is only $50, and orthodontic coverage has a lifetime maximum of $1,000.
Get a Quote to see the rates on Ameritas Dental Insurance.
Basic services include fillings and simple extractions and major services include many different services as listed below:
- Implants
- Oral Surgery
- Endodontics
- Periodontics
- Crowns
- Bridges
- Dentures
- Panoramic x-rays
Get A Quote On Ameritas Dental
Choose ANY Dentist with Ameritas Advantage II Plus Plan
The Advantage II Plus plan offers the same level of coverage listed above and also allows patients to choose ANY DENTIST, however, additional savings apply when using an in-network provider.
Not all dentists are listed in a PPO network, so if your dentist does not accept insurance, it does NOT mean you can’t use insurance. The Ameritas Advantage II PLUS plan offers enhanced benefits, so you can still submit dental claims to Ameritas. Many dentists who do not accept PPO dental insurance will even help you turn in a claim to Ameritas. After all the the dentist does want your business!
VSP Vision Insurance through Ameritas
Vision plans are also available. PrimeStar Select Vision offers benefits through any EyeMed Access provider. The plan has no waiting periods and offers a vision exam once per year. Co-pays apply for in-network coverage and out of network providers are given allowance amounts. Lens enhancements are also available in-network with an additional co-pay ranging from $15 to $65 and enhancements outside the standard scope are offered at a discounted rate. The plan also provides additional discounts after the plan amounts have been exhausted, and the balance of any uncovered charges such as designer frames. Discounts are also available for Lasik procedure(s). The standard benefits are as follows:
- Contact Lenses
- Frames
- Single vision, bifocal, and trifocal lenses
- Lenticular lenses
PrimeStar Choice Vision is designed for use in the VSP Vision Care Provider network. In-network services require a copay and out of network coverage is also provided with an allowance. Most lens enhancements are not given an allowance, with the exception of standard progressive lenses. The plan also provides additional discounts for items that exceed the coverage amounts and an additional $25 discount on selected frames. Discounts are also available for elective procedure(s) such as Lasik vision correction. The benefits are as follows:
- Frames
- Lenses
- Contact Lenses
- Single, Bifocal and Trifocal lenses
- Lenticular lenses
Lens enhancements can be purchased with additional co-pays ranging from $16 to $50, and other enhancements outside the typical coverage level are available at a discount.
Please note that coverage(s) and amount(s) may vary based on location and the exact level of coverage(s) selected. Ameritas will gladly provide a quote from an expert based on location and the level of coverage(s) required. Having great insurance doesn’t have to be a complicated task, Ameritas experts are able to be reached by telephone, live chat or e-mail. Check on Ameritas Dental and Vision Quotes!
Private Aetna PPO by National General Health Insurance Company
If you are shopping for Private Health Insurance be sure to check our Aetna PPO plans being offered by National General Insurance Company. These affordable plans are an excellent option for individuals and families who buy their own health insurance. The Aetna Open Choice PPO Network is one of the largest doctor networks in the country.
Key Points:
- Aetna Open Choice PPO Network – 664,000 participating providers
- Copay Plans available in Most States
- $1 Million Dollar Limits Available
- $50 Copays On Urgent Care
- Choose Your Deductible: $1,000 | $2,500 | $5,000
Your first step is to view rates is to obtain an online quote.
The Aetna Open Choice PPO Network plans by National General Insurance Company are most popular for these shoppers.
- Healthy shoppers who want basic coverage
- Consumers who are not eligible for Obamacare/ACA Subsidy
- Students looks for an affordable option
- Early Retires who cannot afford ACA coverage
- 26 year old’s who are dropped from their Parent’s policy
URGENT CARE is a popular benefit on these plans. An urgent care facility is a medical facility providing immediate, non-routine urgent care for an injury or sickness treated on a walk-in basis. This policy provides you with unlimited visit for a $50 copay. Your medical deductible is waived and remaining expenses are applied to co-insurance. This is a popular benefit and thousands of Urgent Care facilities participate with Aetna Open Choice PPO.
Since these policies are private policies. They do require a basic health questionnaire. The questions mostly focus around pre-existing conditions including but not limited to cancer, heart attack, stroke, diabetes, COPD, drug or alcohol abuse, etc. Furthermore people who are currently in the middle of care would most likely to best to buy an ACA/Obamacare plans. The reason is because private policies, such as these, do not cover pre-existing conditions. Pre-existing conditions are referred to as conditions for which medical advice, diagnosis, care, or treatment (including services and supplies, consultations, diagnostic tests or prescription medicines) was recommended or received within the 12 months immediately preceding the effective date, unless a lesser period is required by state regulation.
This coverage is not required to comply with federal market requirements for health insurance, principally those contained in the Affordable Care Act. Be sure to check your policy carefully to make sure you are aware of any exclusions or limitations regarding coverage of preexisting conditions or health benefits (such as hospitalization, emergency services, maternity care, preventive care, prescription drugs, and mental health and substance use disorder services). If this coverage expires or you lose eligibility for this coverage, you might have to wait until an open enrollment period to get other health insurance coverage.
Also, this coverage is not “minimum essential coverage”. If you don’t have minimum essential coverage for any month in 2018, you may have to make a payment when you file your tax return unless you qualify for an exemption from the requirement that you have health coverage for that month. For 2019 the tax penalty goes away. Mandated ACA compliant coverage is not required starting January 1st 2019.
Fill out the information below to learn more about plans rates and to see if this is a good options for your 2019 health insurance policy.
Most Affordable Health Insurance in Maryland
The IHC Group has some of the most affordable health insurance in Maryland. When circumstances leave you temporarily uninsured, the Connect Value short-term medical insurance plan helps protect you during coverage gaps. Value Connect is an affordable way for Maryland residents to avoid going without health insurance.
Read below for more information about this exciting product.
Office Visit Copay – $50
The copay applies to the first covered office visit during the policy period. After the copay, the balance of the doctor office visit charge is covered at 100 percent. Additional covered expenses incurred during the office visit, including expenses for laboratory and diagnostic tests will be subject to plan deductible and coinsurance.
Looking for more coverage, learn about Learn about Other Plans in Maryland.
Maximum benefit $1,000,000
View an online health insurance quote.
Plan Coverage
All benefits, except office visits applied to the copay, are subject to the selected plan deductible and coinsurance. Covered expenses are limited by the usual and reasonable charge as well as any benefit-specific maximum. If a benefit-specific maximum does not apply to the
covered expense, benefits are limited by the coverage period maximum. Benefits may vary by state.
Deductible – $1,000 | $2,500 | $5,000
The selected deductible must be paid by the covered person before coinsurance benefits begin. Family deductible maximum: Three times the individual deductible amount.
Coinsurance percentage and out-of-pocket costs
After the deductible has been met, you pay the selected percentage of covered expenses until the out-of-pocket amount has been reached.
The Connect Value plan covers the remaining percentage of covered expenses up to the maximum benefit. The out-of-pocket amount is specific to expenses applied to coinsurance; it does not include the deductible.
Utilize a network provider and Save
With your Connect Value short-term medical plan, you have the freedom to choose any provider. In certain markets, you also have access to discounted medical services through national preferred provider organizations (PPOs). These network providers have agreed to
negotiated prices for their services and supplies. While you have the flexibility to choose any healthcare provider, the discounts available through network providers for covered services may help to lower your out-of-pocket costs. At the time of service, simply present your identification card, which will include the network information needed for the provider to correctly process covered billed charges.
Why short term medical insurance?
When you are temporarily between major medical policies or waiting for coverage to begin, short-term plans provide benefits to help pay for unexpected healthcare. Covered expenses may include emergency room treatment, hospital stays, surgery, intensive care and more.
Underwritten by Independence American Insurance Company, (IAIC), a member of The IHC Group. For more information about IAIC and The IHC Group, visit www.ihcgroup.com. This product is not considered to be Minimum Essential Coverage as defined by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). This product is administered by The Loomis Company.
Connect Value offers short-term medical coverage with an affordable premium
Connect Value’s low premium is achieved through carefully selected benefit limitations. Coverage is available in most states for 30 to 90 days. Short-term medical insurance is not a substitute for a major medical plan that meets the minimum essential coverage levels as defined by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as ACA. It can, however, offer financial protection in the event of an unexpected injury or illness while you are waiting for coverage to begin under an ACA compliant plan.
Waiting for an ACA plan
Many plans on the Health Insurance Exchange offer only one effective date, the first of the month. Depending on when you submit your application, you may have to wait up to 45 days for your coverage to begin.
Newly hired
Often, an employer-sponsored plan includes a waiting period before health insurance benefits begin.
Missed Open Enrollment
If you have missed the opportunity to secure coverage during the open enrollment period, you may be ineligible to buy a major medical policy until the next open enrollment period, unless you have a qualifying event.
Can I Apply?
Connect Value is available to the primary applicant from age 18 to 64, his or her spouse age 18 to 64 and dependent children under the age of 26. A child-only plan is available for children age 2 up to age 18.
Covered Services Include Treatment for services and supplies for:
• Inpatient hospital room, board and general nursing care up to the amount billed for a semi-private room or 90 percent of the private room billed amount, not to exceed $10,000 per day
• Inpatient intensive care or specialized care unit up to three times the amount billed for a semi-private room or three times 90 percent the private room billed amount, not to exceed $12,500 per day
• Inpatient doctor visits not to exceed $500 per confinement
• Inpatient prescription drugs administered while hospital confined
• Emergency room up to $500 per day
• Office visits not paid through a copay will be subject to deductible and coinsurance, not to exceed a maximum benefit of $1,000 per covered person
• Outpatient hospital surgery or ambulatory surgical center charges not to exceed $1,000 per day
• Surgeon services in the hospital or ambulatory surgical center not to exceed $2,500 per surgery
• Anesthesiologist services not to exceed the maximum benefit of 20 percent of the surgeon’s benefit
• Assistant surgeon services not to exceed 20 percent of the primary surgeon’s covered charges
• Surgeon’s assistant services not to exceed 15 percent of the primary surgeon’s covered charges
• Ground ambulance services not to exceed $250 per occurrence
• Air ambulance services not to exceed $250 per occurrence
• Organ, tissue, or bone marrow transplants not to exceed $150,000 per coverage period
• Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) not to exceed $10,000 per coverage period
• Outpatient hospital surgery or ambulatory surgical center not to exceed the maximum benefit of $1,000 per day
Pre-certification
Pre-certification is required prior to each inpatient confinement for injury or illness, including chemotherapy or radiation treatment at least seven days prior to receiving treatment. Emergency admissions must be pre-certified within 48 hours following the admission, or
as soon as reasonably possible. Failure to complete pre-certification will result in a benefit reduction of 50 percent which would have otherwise been paid. Pre-certification is not a guarantee of benefits and may vary by state.
Pre-existing Condition Limitation
Connect Value will not provide benefits for any loss caused by or resulting from a pre-existing condition. A pre-existing condition is any medical condition or sickness for which medical advice, care, diagnosis, treatment, consultation or medication was recommended or received from a doctor within five years* immediately preceding the covered person’s effective date of coverage; or symptoms within the five years immediately prior to the coverage that would cause a reasonable person to seek diagnosis, care or treatment.
*In the following states, the pre-existing condition time period is 6 months: GA, ID, KY, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, WA, WY.
Coverage termination
Coverage ends on the earliest of the date: the premium is not paid when due; you enter full-time active duty in the armed forces; or Independence American Insurance Company determines intentional fraud or material misrepresentation has been made in filing a claim for benefits. A dependent’s coverage ends on the earliest of the date: your coverage terminates; the dependent becomes eligible for Medicare; or the dependent ceases to be eligible.
Continuing coverage
If your need for temporary health insurance continues, most states allow you to apply for another short-term medical plan. Your application is subject to eligibility, underwriting requirements and state availability of the coverage. The next coverage period is not a
continuation of the previous period; it is a new plan with a new deductible, coinsurance and pre-existing condition limitation.
Exclusions
The Policy does not provide any benefits for the following expenses:
• Treatment of pre-existing conditions, as defined in the pre-existing conditions limitation provision, shown in the Policy
• Incurred prior to the effective date of a covered person’s coverage or incurred after the expiration date, regardless of
when the condition originated, except in accordance with the extension of benefits provision
• Treatment, services & supplies for:
• complications resulting from treatment, drugs, supplies, devices, procedures or conditions which are not covered
under the Policy;
• experimental or investigational services or treatment or unproven services or treatment;
• Amounts in excess of the usual, reasonable and customary charges made for covered services or supplies or you or your
covered dependent are not required to pay, or which would not have been billed, if no insurance existed;
• Paid under another insurance plan, including Medicare, government institutions, workers’ compensation or automobile insurance
• Expenses incurred by a covered person while on active duty in the armed forces. Upon written notice to us of entry into such active duty, the unused premium will be returned to you on a pro-rated basis
• Treatment, services and supplies resulting from:
• war (declared or undeclared);
• the commission of engaging in an illegal occupation;
• normal pregnancy or childbirth, except for complications of pregnancy;
• a newborn child not yet discharged from the hospital, unless the charges are medically necessary to treat premature birth, congenital injury or sickness, or sickness or injury sustained during or after birth;
• voluntary termination of normal pregnancy, normal childbirth or elective cesarean section;
• any drug, including birth control pills, implants, injections, supply, treatment device or procedure that prevents conception or childbirth, including sterilization or reversal of sterilization; sex transformation (unless required by law), penile implants, sex dysfunction or inadequacies and/or diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including but not limited to any attempt to induce fertilization by any method, invitro fertilization, artificial insemination or similar procedures, whether the covered person is a donor, recipient or surrogate.
• Physical exams or prophylactic treatment, including surgery or diagnostic testing, except as specifically covered
• Mental illness or substance use, including alcoholism or drug addiction or loss due to intoxication of any kind unless
mandated by law
• Tobacco use cessation
• Suicide or attempted suicide or intentionally self-inflicted Injury, while sane or insane
• Dental treatment or care or orthodontia or other treatment involving the teeth or supporting structures, except as specifically covered and the treatment by any method for jaw joint problems including temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ), TMJ pain syndromes, craniomandibular disorders, myofascial pain dysfunction or other conditions of the joint linking the jaw bone and skull and the complex of muscles, nerves and other tissues related to the joint
• Eye care, hearing, including hearing aids and testing
• Cosmetic or reconstructive procedures that are not medically necessary, breast reduction or augmentation or complications arising from these procedures
• Outpatient prescriptions, drugs to treat hair loss
• Feet unless due to accidental bodily injury or disease
• Weight loss programs or diets, obesity treatment or weight reduction including all forms of intestinal and gastric bypass
surgery, including the reversal of such surgery
• Transportation expenses, except as specifically covered
• Rest or recuperation cures or care in an extended care facility, convalescent nursing home, a facility providing rehabilitative treatment, skilled nursing facility, or home for the aged, whether or not part of a hospital
• Providing a covered person with (1) training in the requirements of daily living; (2) instruction in scholastic skills such as reading and writing; (3) preparation for an occupation; (4) treatment of learning disabilities, developmental delays or dyslexia; or (5) development beyond a point where function has been demonstrably restored
• Personal comfort or convenience, including homemaker services or supportive services focusing on activities of daily life that do not require the skills of qualified technical or professional personnel, including bathing, dressing, feeding, routine skin care, bladder care and administration of oral medications or eye drops;
• Supplies provided by a member of your immediate family
• Sleeping disorders
• Expenses incurred in the treatment of injury or sickness resulting from participation in skydiving, scuba diving, hang or ultralight gliding, riding an all-terrain vehicle such as a dirt bike, snowmobile or go-cart, racing with a motorcycle, boat or any form of aircraft, any participation in sports for pay or profit, or participation in rodeo contests
• Bone stimulator, common household items
• Participating in interscholastic, intercollegiate or organized competitive sports
• Medical care, treatment, service or supplies received outside of the United States, Canada or its possessions
• Spinal manipulation or adjustment
• Private duty nursing services
• The repair or maintenance of a wheelchair, hospital-type bed or similar durable medical equipment
• Orthotics
• Marital counseling or social counseling
• Acupuncture
• Expenses for replacement of artificial limbs or eyes, removal of breast implants
• Treatment, services or supplies not defined or specifically covered under the Policy
About The IHC Group
Independence Holding Company (NYSE: IHC), formed in 1980, is a holding company that is principally engaged in underwriting, administering and/or distributing group and individual specialty benefit products, including disability, supplemental health, pet, and group life insurance through its subsidiaries (Independence Holding Company and its subsidiaries collectively referred to as “The IHC Group”). The IHC Group consists of three insurance companies (Standard Security Life Insurance Company of New York, Madison National Life Insurance Company, Inc. and Independence American Insurance Company), and IHC Specialty Benefits, Inc., a technology-driven full-service marketing and distribution company that focuses on small employer and individual consumer products through general agents, telebrokerage, call centers, advisors, private label arrangements, independent agents, and through the following brands: www.HealtheDeals.com; Health eDeals Advisors; Aspira A Mas; www.PetPartners.com; and www.PetPlace.com.
Medicare Part A
Medicare Part A usually begins when turning age 65. Medicare Part A coverage is typically free if you or a spouse paid Medicare taxes during your working career. The majority of Americans are automatically enrolled in Medicare Part A when they are 65 years old. To receive Part A you must be already eligible to receive retirement benefits, either through Social Security or the Railroad Retirement Board. However, you do don’t have to be actively collecting Social Security benefits as many people wait to file. Disabled Americans who are under age 65 and receive Social Security or Railroad Retirement disability benefits are often eligible for Part A after 24 months, and those diagnosed with End-Stage Renal Disease can obtain Medicare Part A.
Key Points of Medicare Part A
- Americans may receive their Medicare Card three months before their 65th birthday
- If you receive Social Security checks and turn 65, you are enrolled in Medicare Part A automatically
- Most Part A beneficiaries will pay zero premium if they contributed 40 or more quarters of work
- Medicare Part A becomes effective the 1st day of the month of the beneficiaries 65th birthday
What does Medicare Part A Cover?
Medicare Part A is mostly associated with inpatient hospital care. Here is what you pay:
- $1,364 annual hospital deductible
- Days 61-90: $341 per a day
- Days 91 and later (while using 60 lifetime reserve days): $682 per a day
Important: After lifetime reserve days are used Medicare pays nothing, the beneficiary is responsible for all hospital charges.
Keep in mind the above information only lists costs for Medicare Part A. You would also have Medicare Part B costs.
Blood covered under Medicare Part A
Part A annually covers the first three pints of blood at no cost to the beneficiary. The Medicare beneficiary is responsible for paying for all additional pints of blood per calendar year.
What Else does Part A Cover?
Medicare Part A covers expenses that are incurred during a stay in the hospital as well as brief Home Health services for some situations, and sometimes brief Hospice care and Skilled Nursing Facility care, and occasionally Nursing Home care, provided you are not merely in need of assistance with daily living. Mental health care is also a covered service when admitted to a hospital as an in-patient.
Medicare Part A does not cover cosmetic surgery, acupuncture, eye exams for the purpose of prescribing glasses, most dental work, dentures, standard foot care, custodial care or hearing aids and the exams required for fitting them.
Need Help Understanding Medicare Part A?
The easiest way to get help with understanding Medicare Part A is to fill out a request online to speak with us. It only takes ten or fifteen minutes to do a brief overview to Medicare Parts A and B. In the event that more information is needed, we could help direct you to your local Social Security office for an in person appointment.
While Medicare may seem confusing, we strongly urge you to contact us sooner than later. We find many Americans spend a great deal of time looking at the wrong Medicare products or over complicating how Medicare works. Sometimes a nice conversation with a knowledgeable person, can greatly ease the tensions that come with learning something knew and transitioning to Medicare.
What if I want Medicare with No Co-pays or Deductibles?
Medicare with no cost sharing is no problem. About 25% of all Medicare recipients have Part A and Part B. They add a Medicare Supplement to cover their deductibles and co-pays, and Part D, a prescription drug plan. Our office can easily help with this process. As always, our services are no cost to you.
Get Humana Dental Insurance Online
Humana dental insurance is an affordable way to obtain dental coverage in many states. Humana offers a rang of plans including PPO and HMO options. The Dental Preventive Plus is the most affordable plan, while the Dental Loyalty is the most comprehensive. If you are normally in need of major dental work the Dental Loyalty would be the best way to go. Get a Quick Quote.
Which Humana Dental Insurance Policy is Correct for Me?
Humana offers different levels of coverage to meet different needs. Humana dental insurance can also be combined with a vision plan. All coverage is easy to understand and easy to purchase through this site. Humana’s PPO network includes hundreds of thousands of dentists and optometrist. No matter which policy you choose, you’ll have access to a large number of providers.
Learn more about dental insurance in the US, or see dental insurance quotes.
Dental Loyalty Plus Plan by Humana
Dentist Options: Choose any dentist, in-network or out-of-network. Get enhanced saving by using an in-network dentist.
Annual deductible: One-time deductible for the life of the policy: $150 per person up to $450 for a family.
Preventive / Routine cleaning / X-rays: Plan covers 100% for two cleanings a year and 40-70% for X-rays.
Office Visits: No copay. Coverage or possible discount is based on unique services provided.
Annual Maximum Benefits: $1,000 1st year, $1,250 2nd year, and $1,500 3rd year and onward.
Waiting Periods: None. You can start saving right away. The longer you have the plan the more you save!
More about Humana Dental Loyalty Plus
The Humana Loyalty Plus plan REWARDS YOU with increasing benefits from years one to three. This plan has no waiting period for covered services. Members can choose to visit any dentist that you prefer. However, you can save even more by accessing Humana’s dental PPO network and picking one of the more than 130,000 dentists who are contracted with Humana to offer you lower rates.
Humana Complete Dental – New
Good health starts with a healthy mouth. Regular dental exams and cleanings can lower the risk of gum disease, which is linked to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and other serious conditions. The Humana Complete dental plan is designed for people who are looking to maintain their oral health through regular dental exams and cleanings. The plan offers affordable coverage for preventive, basic and major services like routine cleanings and exams, fillings, dentures and extractions. You can lower your cost by choosing one of the more than 270,000
dentist locations in the Humana Dental PPO network.
See the Dental Complete Brochure. Or Get a Dental Quote now.
Humana Dental Preventive Plus
Dentist: Choose any dentist, in-network or out-of-network. Stay in-network and access enhanced savings.
Annual Deductible: $50 for one person or up to $150 for a family ( deductible does not apply to discounted services).
Annual Maximum Benefits: $1,000.
Preventive / Routine cleaning / X-rays: Plan covers 100%.
Office Visits: No copay. All coverage or possible discount is based on services provided.
Waiting Periods: No waiting period for preventive care services; 6 months for basic dental services like fillings and oral surgery.
See Preventive Plus Brochure or Get a Dental Quote now.
More on the Dental Preventive Plus by Humana
While the Humana Dental Preventive Plus focuses on coverage for preventive and basic services, discounts may be available on major services like crowns, bridgework, as well as orthodontics for people of all ages. These special Humana dental insurance discounts are only available with in-network dentists. After you get a dental quote, you can see more details about benefits and discounts.
Bright Plus Dental by Humana – A new plan option!
Bright Plus Dental is an affordable options for basic dental care. The large Humana PPO and core benefits makes this a best seller.
Texas Obamacare Review
This is a letter from one of our health insurance clients, we though we would share this information
Obamacare is something that seems like a great idea, although the results have not been the best. I have a fairly unique perspective on the Affordable Care Act, based on the fact that I have experienced this from a variety of angles. I was originally on my parents health insurance plan, as you can remain on this type of plan well into adulthood. This plan was fairly expensive, but the overall quality of health insurance was absolutely top notch. I found myself in my twenties and having very little income, while having to rely on food stamps. I applied for MarketPlace Health Insurance, which is the platform to get health insurance in the state of Texas.
Based on the income that I was making at the time, I was only qualified for Medicaid, which is a program for health insurance that is at the bottom end. There were not really any options to select, but it all was essentially free. I ended up making a doctor appointment and when I got to the medical office it appeared more like a homeless shelter than a medical facility. The wait time to see a doctor was incredibly long, the service was terrible and the overall quality of health insurance was dismal. The only benefit I perceived in this Medicaid system was potentially being able to receive coverage in a hospital if I was in some sort of emergency. This system did not appear to work at all, based solely on the fact that the volume of people crowding into these medical offices were huge.
Since that time my income has increased to the point that I am qualified to purchase a plan through the state network. I got referred to www.QuoteFinder.Org from my friend and I purchased an Obamacare plan that I had the last few years and could not be happier with my plan. My insurance was very affordable each month, based on the fact that there is a subsidy that is attributed to my plan each month. This lowers the actual cost, allowing me to pay my bills, yet at the same time have access to a top notch medical network. My plan was originally around thirty dollars per month. The overall quality of my insurance has not changed since I’ve been on the plan. The main concern that I have had with the Affordable Care Act is the fact that you need to be able to make a certain amount of money in order to receive a legit plan. The reality is, if you are making under twelve thousand dollars, you are inevitably going to have a plan that is low quality. If you make over that amount, you have access to a plan that is going to provide a great level of protection for yourself and your family.
Now, here is my problem for 2018. I got a raise and my plan has gone up to $487 a month to have the same good level of coverage. So now in 2018 I am being punished for making too much money (it’s really not that much money at all). I called my agent and we reviewed some non-compliant policies. So now I pay $118.00 a month for short term health insurance and I don’t have Obamacare. That was the only way I could stay insured, have a low deductible and still get to see my doctor, which I hardly ever go anyways.
At this point, I guess I am happy with my medical insurance, although my country and government does not understand as American’s we all need to have access to the same level of coverage. It is unacceptable for people to solely base a plan availability on meeting a random set of income requirements.
If you are interested in Short Term Medical, learn more here.
Affordable Dental Insurance Plans for Seniors
Keep your teeth healthy with dental insurance for seniors. This site provides seniors with many options for affordable dental insurance. As humans begin to age, we find our teeth need more and more care. One of the simplest things you can do is have quality dental coverage to keep on track with your dental needs.
You can read below for more information or Get a Quick Quote.
Dental Insurance for Seniors Plan Benefits
No Co-pays for Preventive! This means you get two cleanings, two exams, and X-rays each year, and you pay nothing. Free fits in everyone’s budget!
During those tough years when dental problems occur, you only pay a $50 deductible and then the plan pays percentages between 50% and 80% depending on which plan you choose.
Access to National PPO Networks! PPO dental plans are popular for seniors due to ease of access. PPO plans allow members to select their own dentist. These plans are praised not only for flexibility, but also the access they provide to low cost dental procedures compared to indemnity plans. With a PPO dental policy the insurance company give you negotiated rates. Essentially, the insurance company has the dentist sign a contract guaranteeing you wholesale rates. While PPO networks offer the greatest savings to plan members who select an in-network dentist, members still have the freedom to choose a provider out-of-network.
Increasing Annual Maximums! Many dental insurance plans for seniors reward you for continued plan participation. Plans such as the Humana Loyalty Plus. Meanwhile the Dental Gen Plans give you first day benefits beyond a $1000 limit.
You can read below for more information or Get a Quick Quote.
When Can I Use my Senior Dental Insurance?
In many cases after you are enrolled, all covered benefits are available on your effective date. After submitting your application, it takes about seven days to receive your card in the mail. It is best to wait for your card before going to the dentist, but many applicants do book an appointment right after they apply for coverage.
Need Coverage? Get a quote on Senior Dental Insurance Plans.
Is Dental Insurance for Seniors Available for my Entire Family?
Yes, it is no problem to enroll your spouse, or your children on your dental policy. The rates do go up in relation to the amount of members you have on the policy. Larger families may see a slight discount in cost. When adding vision to the dental policy, the dental and vision package will give you more discounts depending on household size.
Dental Insurance for Seniors has Vision too?
Yes, you can add vision insurance for a very little amount. Many plans only charge $5 – $7 extra for vision insurance. Seniors can save a great deal of money by packaging dental and vision.
How much does Senior Dental Insurance Cost, I’m on a budget?
With millions of seniors being on a fixed income, dental insurance coverage may not fit in everyone’s budget. The good news is that some plans available are as low as $16 a month. While these plans do have limitations, they still get you access to much needed dental care. The key point to dental care is routine. Individuals with dental insurance are twice as likely to have a cleaning every six months as opposed to a person without dental insurance. A great benefit of dental insurance is that it adds structure to a person’s dental care. When cleanings are free members take advantage of the benefit.
Dental Insurance Companies for Seniors
There are many dental insurance companies for seniors. Some companies specifically sell policies to seniors, while other companies are open to applicants of all ages. Some larger states such as Florida and Texas have many options for senior dental insurance, while smaller states may only have a few plans available. Here is a listing of some of the most popular companies offering dental insurance through seniors.
Aetna Dental Insurance
Aetna Dental Insurance is offered in limited areas at this time. Aetna mostly offers coverage to employers and companies that participate in large group coverage. In years past Aetna dental insurance for seniors was mostly offered in conjunction with a Medicare Supplement plan.
Anthem Dental Insurance
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield offers dental insurance in most states, and is probably the most popular in Georgia, Indiana, and Virginia. However, the Anthem BCBS dental is currently overpriced. If you have Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield dental insurance, we strong suggest getting a quote for a new plan. Anthem is a popular option for employer group dental, but not as much for individual coverage or dental insurance for seniors.
Assurant Dental Insurance
Assurant Health which has recently come to be known as Time Insurance company. Offers indemnity dental insurance. These plans are neither PPO nor HMO, but rather a policy that focuses on re-reimbursements. These types of plans are best for people whose doctors are not, in-network, and do not accept insurance. The problem with Assurant dental is that applicants have to file claims on their own. So first you would pay for the service, and then submit the claim to the insurance company.
Cigna Dental Insurance
Cigna was recently purchased by Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, but they still offer dental policies for seniors under the Cigna name. Cigna dental is available in a handful of states. Like it’s parent company Anthem, Cigna dental is most commonly purchased by employers and used in connection with large group insurance.
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Humana Dental Insurance
Humana dental insurance is marketed under the branding of HumanaOne. HumanaOne dental insurance is a true individual product created for people who have to buy their own coverage. Visit our HumanaOne Dental Insurance web page to learn more.
Golden Rule Insurance Company – a UnitedHealthcare Company offering Private Dental Insurance
This dental insurance is underwritten and sold by Golden Rule Insurance Company. It is a commonly purchased dental insurance for individuals and families of all ages. These dental insurance products have existed for decades and have the ability to offer quality PPO coverage. Golden Rule Insurance Company, is a UnitedHealthcare company that offers it’s policies to individuals, families, and seniors. It also has an optional vision rider which many applicants add to their policy. Visit our Golden Rule Dental Insurance web page for more details.
What about Discount Dental for Seniors?
Be very leery of any Discount Dental Plans. A Dental Plan is NOT Dental Insurance. All the plans we represent on this site are REAL Dental Insurance. This means it would contain plan benefits typical to what you may have experienced in the past through an employer. One of the most notorious sites for discount cards is DentalPlans. It is very seldom that these products would make sense to purchase. Discount cards seldom contribute ANY money toward any procedure. They simply get you a discount…. Discount Cards are NOT insurance and are NOT reviewed by the department of insurance.
I thought Medicare Covered My Dental Insurance Needs?
No, Medicare does not cover you dental needs. Some Medicare Advantage plans may offer limited dental coverage, but for the most part Medicare Part A is Hospital and Medicare Part B is out-patient. The good news is QuoteFinder.Org offers several affordable dental insurance plans for seniors.
How do I Get a Quote on Dental Insurance for Seniors?
It is best to fill out the quote form below to get access to a number of plans available to you. The quote form below will give you more information.
Medicare and Dental Insurance Plans for Seniors
Once a year Medicare beneficiaries can enroll into or change their Medicare Advantage Plan. This year’s Annual Enrollment Period runs from October 15 to December 7. This is also the best time to also check on dental insurance.
Medicare will not cover most dental needs. For example Medicare does not cover dental procedures, or supplies, like cleanings, fillings, tooth extractions, dentures, dental plates, or other dental devices. The exception would be reconstruction of the jaw following accidental injury that severely damaged the individual.
Some Medicare Advantage plans do have a limited dental benefit, however this is not the comprehensive coverage a person is used to from when they may have had employer group benefits. What is more concerning is Medicare recipients are more in need of dental coverage than any other segment of the population. The average person over 65 years old or older spends $1,154.00 a year on dental care.
If you have Medicare Supplement insurance, then you also do not have dental coverage.
Many seniors are now purchasing an individual dental plan to get comprehensive coverage on services such as root canals, dentures, crowns, bridgework, and dental implants. Here are some standard listings of what most dental policies cover.
- No waiting periods on most preventive and basic services
- Fixed pricing, regardless of age
- No deductible for preventative services
- Coverage for major services, including crowns, bridges, root canals, dentures and implants
- PPO dental plans with nationwide dental networks
Be sure to check on Senior Dental Insurance today.
GPM Dental Insurance Plans With No Waiting Periods
GPM Life and Health Insurance Company is somewhat of an unsung hero in the insurance industry. An acronym for “Government Personnel Mutual” (Life Insurance), this company has well over 80 years of experience insuring individuals and families of all types. Offering two unique plans that save you money, and having the benefit of being part of the huge Ameritas network of providers, every individual and family benefits with GPM’s 2,500 dental plans.
For those wishing to use an in-network provider, the GPM dental insurance 2500 plan will give you low deductibles, no waiting period, and access to the huge Ameritas network of dental services providers. The generous $2,500 annual plan maximum gives you peace of mind that no matter what your family’s dental needs, you’ll have quick and easy access to services at an affordable price. The low calendar year deductible of just $25 for up to a maximum of three charges per family also helps keep costs down. There’s never any enrollment fee(s) and you can enjoy the savings from the first day. Coverage amounts also increase on basic services each year you and your family are enrolled, allowing you to enjoy additional savings. Both the network and out of network offerings give you substantial savings on your dental costs such as:
- 100% coverage for preventative services such as cleanings, exams and x-rays
- Up to 80% coverage for basic services such as fillings and extractions
- Up to 50% coverage for major procedures such as bridges, crowns and implants
You’ll be happy to know that GPM dental insurance plans cover exams and preventative services are always covered at 100%, so you’ll never have to put off getting to the dentist. After the first year, basic services coverage increases 15% per year up to the maximum of 80% in the second (and subsequent) year(s). Major services are covered at up to 50% after the first (and subsequent) year(s).
As previously mentioned there are two plans available under the GPM 2,500 umbrella. The GPM 2,500 Network plan is for those who are using or would like to use an in-network dentist that participates in the Ameritas dental network of providers. The network has over 400,000 location choices and 100,000 providers. The Ameritas dental network offers discounted prices, which typically average 30% less than the average for the area.
For members who prefer to have the flexibility of using any dentist, in or out of network, would benefit the most from the GPM 2,500 plan. Additional savings can be achieved for members who choose to stay in network.
Whichever plan is perfect for you and your family, you’ll be happy knowing that the signature personalized customer service offered by GPM Life and Health Insurance Company is certain to please. Also offering life insurance, annuities, final expense and Medicare Supplement plans, they have the right coverage for any family. With over 80 years experience in the business and makes the marks with an A- (Excellent) rating from A.M. Best Company, you’ll be happy knowing that you have an industry expert on your side.
As always, refer to the plan details of your policy or your insurance agent regarding specific details of the plan. Contact your insurance agent to get you and your family started with this great and flexible coverage today!
GPM DENTAL PLAN DETAILS – Dental $2,500
This plan is sponsored by GPM Health and Life Insurance Company
Underwritten by Ameritas Life Insurance Company
- PREVENTIVE SERVICES: Includes exams and cleanings (2 per year), bitewing x-rays – Policy pays 100% day one
- BASIC SERVICES: Includes fillings, simple extractions and panoramic x-rays – Policy pays 50% day one / 65% after year one / 80% after year two
- MAJOR SERVICES: Includes implants, oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, crowns, bridges and dentures – Policy pays 25% day one / 50% after year one
GPM DENTAL PLAN DEDUCTIBLE
$25 Calendar Year Deductible per person for preventive, basic and major services combined with a maximum of three deductibles per family.
GPM MAXIMUM ANNUAL BENEFIT
$2,500 Calendar Year Maximum Benefit Per a Person.
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Dental 2500 brings you the Ameritas dental network with features like:
• Discounted fees, typically 30% below average charges in your community
• Immediate network discounts
• One of the largest nationwide networks with over 400,000 access points and 100,000 unique providers
Plan options utilizing the Ameritas dental network:
The Dental 2500 Network (MAC/MAB) plan is designed for those who will visit an Ameritas dental network provider. If you visit an in-network provider, your out-of-pocket costs will almost always be less because of the contracted fees (MAC/maximum allowable charge). If you visit an out-of-network dentist, you pay the difference between what the plan pays and the dentist’s actual charge (MAB/maximum allowable benefit), which may result in higher out-of-pocket costs.
The Dental 2500 plan is designed for those who value the freedom to visit any dentist, but will enjoy additional savings with an Ameritas dental network provider. While all of our plans allow you to choose any dentist, this plan offers you richer benefits out-of-network than our Network plan. If you use a non-network dentist, covered benefits are paid at the 80th percentile of usual and customary charges. You pay the difference between what the plan pays and the dentist’s actual charge. If
you use an in-network provider, your out-of-pocket costs will be based on the contracted fees (MAC/maximum allowable charge), which may result in lower out-of-pocket costs.