With a presidential election on the horizon in 2020, health care issues are destined to remain at the top of the national conversation. In terms of how Americans access health insurance and health care, the debate within and between political parties remains whether...
How to Determine if You Qualify for a Special Enrollment Period
Being without health care coverage can put extra stress on you and your family. If you—or someone you know—is without health insurance due to a job change or other life event, you may still be able to enroll in a health plan outside of the normal November–December...
Pa. Campaign Helps Nearly 400K Get Enrolled in Health Insurance
Should people have to choose between their health and their financial well-being? It may seem an odd question, but that was the case for far too many American individuals and families before the Affordable Care Act (ACA) was signed into law. “It’s easy to forget what...
Health Insurance and Taxes: 4 Tips
Are you confused about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) “coverage mandate” for this year’s tax season? You’re not alone. Congress’ new tax law removed the ACA penalties for not having health coverage, but the law has created confusion about the status of the mandate for...
Temple University Hospital’s Patient Financial Services Department: Connecting People to Insurance Plans
If you buy your own insurance, open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act’s Health Insurance Marketplace is your chance to make sure you get the best plan for your health and your pocketbook. Insurance can feel complicated—but talking with one of these navigators can...
What Keeps You Up At Night?
Healthy Me PA asked members of our online community “What keeps YOU up at night about health care?” Read their answers below. “I want to maintain my mobility for the simple things I enjoy: playing golf, walking my dogs, going to living history events.” Mike...
5 Things to Know About Open Enrollment
If you or your family is in need of health insurance for 2018, enrollment for a plan under the Affordable Care Act, also referred to as Obamacare, will open Nov. 1. After Dec. 15, the annual enrollment window will close and you will not be able to access insurance...
What is Medicaid?
The outcome of the federal debate over health insurance coverage will affect many Pennsylvanians. A major issue is the future of Medicaid. Medicaid is a jointly funded, federal–state health insurance program for the state’s most vulnerable citizens. In...