Health Insurance and Medicare Features

If you’re hoping to use your insurance to help offset the cost of mental health treatment, here’s what you need to know.

While dealing with your insurer can feel overwhelming – especially if you need to discuss an issue that’s complicated or confusing – you can make the communication go as smoothly as possible by following a few simple dos and don’ts.

People in jails and prisons are entitled to health care, but it’s not always easy to access.

How healthy you are and how long you live depend a lot on how much you can afford to pay for health care.

You’ll need to plan for health care if you live in a rural area.

If you currently don’t have reliable housing, you may want to know about health care for people who are experiencing homelessness.

Understanding your health insurer's directory of covered drugs can save you money.

Learn ways to save money and find the best prices on prescription drugs and over-the-counter medication.

Talking to your doctor about medication costs can save you money. Find out how your doctor can help.

Tempted to give your 2 weeks’ notice and join the “Great Resignation”? Here’s what you need to know about health insurance before you quit your job.

Paying out of pocket even with health coverage? Experts explain how to get your insurer to pay more.

Nursing home care can be expensive. Learn about how much Medicaid pays, eligibility guidelines, and more.

Step-by-step tips on how to keep your private health information protected.

Long-term care insurance is used for personal care needs. Learn more about what services a long-term care insurance plan may cover.

Learn about saving money on dental care for senior adults, including how to find low-cost resources.

Learn about how to get your health records, including how to have a mistake fixed so your medical record is accurate.

Step-by-step tips on how to dispute your medical bill.

What can you expect during the Medicare enrollment process? Learn how to make smart choices and avoid penalties.

How do the different parts of Medicare work, and what do they cover? Learn more about Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, plus Medigap plans.

Learn about the penalties for enrolling late for Medicare coverage, penalty amounts, how to protest penalties, and appealing coverage decisions.

Who can get access to the health information you share in apps or online? Learn how to protect the privacy of your digital health data.

Learn about surprise medical billing, why it happens, what you can do, how to prevent it, and the new law.

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What to consider when you're shopping for long-term care insurance.

Should you go on your spouse's or partner's health insurance plan? This article covers what to consider when you're making that decision.

Brown-bag lunches for adults can save money and be healthier than buying your lunch. Looking for ideas? You'll find them in this article.

Find out how much potassium, vitamin D, calcium, and fiber you need each day and what kinds of food are the best sources.

Read about your health insurance options if you are pregnant.

What vitamins and minerals do your children need? Calcium, fiber, vitamin D, the B vitamins, vitamin E, and iron are on the list.

For healthy eating, these are five of the most effective diet changes you can make.

What do the doctor's office and a yard sale have in common? You can negotiate for deals at both.

How to tell if you have the right kind of health insurance plan for your family's needs.

Answers to WebMD readers' questions about what the health care reform law covers.

WebMD explains how children and teens will be affected by health care reform.

WebMD explains how health reform will affect those with pre-existing conditions and how they can get insurance.

WebMD talks about the costs covered for preventive care under health reform. What will insurance cover? Will visits be free? Find out here.

Do you have financial protection against the costs of disability or disease? A guide to insurance: disability, life, long-term care, and supplemental health.

Conditions such as arthritis, back pain, heart disease, cancer, depression, diabetes, and even pregnancy are among the leading causes of disability in the U.S – not catastrophic events like car crashes. Here's how to protect yourself against medical expenses and other costs.

WebMD helps you understand your rights with insurance and how to handle complaints or appeals if you feel you’ve been treated wrongly.

WebMD breaks down the costs of insurance. Learn about the premiums, cost of buying insurance plans, and more.

WebMD explains how health reform affects the uninsured, from coverage options, new rules on denying coverage, who is exempt, and more.

WebMD breaks down the health reform changes and explains what they mean for you and your family if you already have health insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid.

Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius talks with WebMD about health care reform for young adults and others.

Technology must play a central role for proposed health care reform to contain costs, improve access and save lives. But will we have to sacrifice our privacy to reach these lofty goals?

As the U.S. debates health care reform, find out how it will affect you. Voice your opinion.

WebMD looks at the choices facing Americans who enroll in Medicare's prescription drug benefit.

Although few people know about it, biotech drug companies can sometimes be Good Samaritans getting you the help you need.

Disability insurance is designed to provide benefits when a policyholder can't perform his or her primary job.

Here's a list of ten questions you should ask before picking a health care plan.