Ever high five yourself for getting your free annual physical, then have to take that high five back when you get slammed with a bill for the lab work? Well, this was a problem two of our friends faced recently. In an effort to help them avoid this problem in the future, and help others who might fall victim to these unforeseen fees, we created a medical lab billing guide. Now you can keep your high five.
2022 Open Enrollment Guide
Choosing the best health insurance plan for your expected healthcare utilization is one of the most important financial decisions you can make this year. We have helped hundreds of people compare their insurance offerings, and have seen firsthand that picking the right one can save you thousands of dollars each year. We’ve written many articles about open enrollment, and have compiled this comprehensive guide to answer several of the most common questions we’ve received.
How to Find a Good Doctor
Tired of paying a lot for health insurance only to go to a doctor that still has a high copay, is unhelpful, or is just plain rude? Our Hustlers help you navigate the gauntlet of finding a doctor, whether you are new in town or just looking to mix things up.
How to Avoid Prescription Refill Issues and Unnecessary Fees
This week we received a reader comment about a topic we haven’t yet addressed around being charged for a (potentially unnecessary) office visit for prescription refills. This article is a summary of her question and our tips to avoiding prescription refill issues and unnecessary fees!
How Early Retirees Manage Rising and Unpredictable Healthcare Costs: A FIRE Healthcare Roundup
Anyone else hear a lot about the F.I.R.E. or FI/RE (financial independence/retire early) movement recently? Who wouldn’t want to retire early or have early financial freedom, right? Whether you consider yourself a F.I.R.E. community member or not, their community has some helpful tips on affordable healthcare that we rounded up for you in our blog post, check it out!
US Health Insurance Basics
American health insurance is complicated. Whether new to having your own insurance plan or trying to maximize the benefits from a plan you’ve had for a while, our 10 tips below can help you get you started.
How to Buy Health Insurance Without an Employer Sponsored Plan
In the U.S. most people get insurance through their employers, but what happens if you don’t? Finding the best insurance plan is hard even when your company provides it, let alone when you are searching for it on your own. We’ve put together some resources on how to find an insurance plan that is right for you without an employer sponsored plan.
What is Telehealth? Your Guide to Telemedicine, Telehealth, Mobile Health, and More!
Telehealth, telemedicine, mobile health…all terms you might have heard before, but what do they mean and can you actually use these services? All of these questions and more are answered in our guide to telehealth, written by guest writer Christie VanHorne.
How to Choose a Health Insurance Plan During Open Enrollment
Confused about what to do for Open Enrollment? No fear! The Healthcare Hustlers are here to give you our favorite tips and tricks for how to choose a healthcare plan that is right for you.
Preventive Services for Women Over Age 55
Are you over 55 or know someone who is? Check out our article devoted to free healthcare services for women over 55 now!
How to Save on Prescriptions
We’ve all been there, you go to fill a prescription from you doctor and when the pharmacist tells you how much you owe, your jaw drops. Our latest article will not only take some of the mystery out of why some prescriptions are more expensive than others, it will also give you some hints on how to save some money in the process.
Health Insurance Tips for Newborns and New Parents
Hello new (or soon-to-be new) parents! We made a healthcare guide just for you and your newborn that covers the top things to know about healthcare for new parents. Check it out and let us know what you think!
5 Healthcare Tips for Summer
It’s officially summer and while we are spending as much time soaking up the rays (with sunscreen, of course) as possible, we are also making sure we are taking care of ourselves. Whether you’re traveling, staying home, or something in between, make sure you read our top five healthcare tips for summer!
How to Find LGBTQ+ Friendly Healthcare
Happy Pride! No matter the month, we want to make sure everyone has access to the healthcare that is best for them. We pulled together a list of helpful healthcare resources for those in the LGBTQ+ community. Check it out!
How I Stood Up for My Financial and Health Needs
We talk a lot about being an advocate for yourself in healthcare, but what does that actually look like? One of our Healthcare Hustlers had to stand up for her patient needs at a recent dental visit — read her story to hear how she did it.
What is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and should I choose a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)?
With a ton of different healthcare options out there, how do you know which is right for you? One option many people choose is a high deductible health plan. Not sure what it is or if it is right for you? Check out our blog post to learn more!
Health Insurance 101: A Myth-Busting and Money-Saving Healthcare Guide for Savvy Graduates
You did it! You graduated, made it through classes, parties, and everything else. Now it’s time to take on the real world and that means figuring out your own healthcare. Not sure where to start? We got you covered! Check it out.
Dental Insurance: What You Need to Know
You asked, we listened! This week’s blog post is all about dental insurance. Learn about the differences between dental and medical insurance, what’s typically covered, and how to figure out if it’s worth it for you!
What Your Emergency Room Nurse Wants You to Know
Feared by many, the emergency room can be a scary place, especially when you have no idea what it going on! That’s why we called in a professional ER nurse to walk us through the steps of what to expect when you have no other choice, but to go to the emergency room.
HSA vs. FSA: What is the Difference?
What’s the difference between and HSA and FSA? We thought you would never ask! Lucky for you we broke down the difference between the two healthcare savings accounts into an easy-to-follow guide. Check it out!