Are you ready for health care open enrollment? Open enrollment for health insurance is right around the corner. However, no matter when you’re listening to this vault episode, you’re going to love this guide to hacking health insurance with Cosmopolitan Deputy Lifestyle Director Ashely Oerman. Ashley is breaking down what you need to know to save some bucks in the process, like her great tip on whether to choose an HMO or PPO. She also shares what you need to know about a Health Savings Account and ways to save on prescription drugs.
LINKS
Cosmo's Smart Girl's Guide to Hacking Health Insurance
Open enrollment guidelines
Ashley on Instagram
Ashley's website
Timestamps
[00:02:57] PPO as a better option.
[00:06:00] Choosing health insurance plans.
[00:09:39] Health costs without insurance.
[00:12:13] HSA health savings accounts.
[00:16:34] Therapy and mental health.
[00:21:42] Getting married for health insurance.
[00:24:03] Prescription drug prices and savings.
[00:29:39] Living in an expensive city.
[00:32:03] Negotiating medical bills.
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