Posted in Health Insurance , Student Health Insurance
October 5th, 2009
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When you join a health insurance plan through a college or university, you will be able to take advantage of a discounted group rate. There is power in numbers, especially when it comes to negotiation. The head of your school’s medical program has probably worked aggressively with insurance companies to negotiate the best low-cost insurance package for their students and you stand to benefit from lower rates and outstanding coverage. Also consider that many university students have accidentally signed up for insurance in their loans and other paperwork without realizing it, any may be paying for double coverage under their parents’ existing policy. Be sure to double-check and compare your current health care to the school plan to see which options make sense. Your parents’ plan may be a limited network plan, which is something serious to consider if you’re going to school out of state.
Health insurance is a necessity for all regardless of your current health. Accidents and injuries happen all the time, and the out-of-pocket costs could cause you financial hardship in the long run. Consider the fact that accidents can happen at anytime on a campus, especially due to the hard partying that college is known for. You are also more likely to engage in risky behavior and experiment with new things than at any other point in your life previously. Did you know that medical bills account for over 60% of new bankruptcy cases? Don’t get caught without proper medical care coverage when school insurance can be an easy option.
An affordable school health insurance policy is a great way to save money on health insurance and prepare for the worst-case scenario.