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.
GLASSESUSA VS EYEBUYDIRECT - A COMPARISON OF TWO COMPANIES OFFERING AFFORDABLE GLASSES WITH OR WITHOUT INSURANCE
GlassesUSA and EyeBuyDirect offer low-cost glasses directly to consumers by cutting out the distributor and reseller, and instead ship custom frames and lenses directly to your doorstep. To better understand the perks of both, we’ve dug into the details of each company to help you understand which is best for you.
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.
AT HOME LAB TESTING
At home lab testing is an alternative to going in to a doctor’s office, with various benefits. Several companies offer different types of home tests. In this article, we highlighted some of the more popular test companies along with some key information to help you decide if home testing is right for you!
THE BEST PLACES TO BUY HEARING AIDS
Trouble finding cost-effective hearing aids for yourself, a family member, or friend? Our guide breaks down the basics of what you need to know when looking for a hearing aid and where to look!
WHERE TO BUY CHEAP CONTACT LENSES WITH OR WITHOUT INSURANCE
Looking for less expensive contacts? The Healthcare Hustlers got you covered with a list of our favorite places to shop (online and in store) for contacts.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING TRAVEL INSURANCE
Are you about to head out on your next adventure or just thinking about planning a trip? If you’re considering travel insurance, make sure to read our guide to help you find the best plan to fit your needs!
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!
WHERE TO BUY CHEAP GLASSES WITH OR WITHOUT INSURANCE
Anyone else dream about buying new glasses, but when push comes to shove is too scared to take the plunge because of cost? We’ve been there before. That’s why we compiled a list of some of our favorites places both online and in-person on where to find the best deals on glasses. Let your glasses dreams become a reality.
HOW TO GET FREE OR LOW COST STD TESTING
STDs are never fun to talk about, but they are important to be aware of! Catching them early can help make treatment easier and can save you money. Read our article about all the places where you can access STD testing and more!
WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET AN EXPENSIVE OR UNEXPECTED MEDICAL BILL
We know we aren’t the only ones who have received an unforeseen, extremely pricey medical bill. We have listed some of our tips and tricks we have learned along the way to help manage these unwelcome bills. Check it out!
WHAT IS MEDICAID AND HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM ELIGIBLE?
Medicaid is complicated…even for people in the industry. That is why we sat down with Medicaid Case Manager, Ivy Hardy, to give us the 411 on government program and how to see if you qualify. Check it out!