{"id":2183,"date":"2023-02-27T16:06:45","date_gmt":"2023-02-27T22:06:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ameriplanstage.wpengine.com\/?p=2183"},"modified":"2023-02-27T16:06:45","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T22:06:45","slug":"healthcare-for-unemployed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Save on Healthcare if You&#8217;re Self-Employed or Unemployed"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0 0 0 0;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1216.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ll notice that most articles about how to save on healthcare for unemployed or self-employed people offer suggestions on buying a low-cost marketplace health insurance plan. However, this process is overwhelming.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it is always wise to consider all of your options \u2013 especially those now available from the Affordable Care Act \u2013 you may also want to learn how to save money on healthcare services. Here are some options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/#Ways_to_Save_on_Healthcare_for_Unemployed_or_Self_Employed\" >Ways to Save on Healthcare for Unemployed or Self Employed<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/#Learn_about_affordable_health_insurance_coverage\" >Learn about affordable health insurance coverage.\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/#Learn_about_health_care_service_options\" >Learn about health care service options.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/#Participate_in_preventative_health_care\" >Participate in preventative health care.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/#Live_a_healthy_lifestyle\" >Live a healthy lifestyle.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/#Purchase_a_health_benefit_plan\" >Purchase a health benefit plan.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/#Interested_in_Saving_Money_on_Healthcare_Costs\" >Interested in Saving Money on Healthcare Costs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/healthcare-for-unemployed\/#How_to_Save_on_Health_Care_Key_Takeaways\" >How to Save on Health Care: Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ways_to_Save_on_Healthcare_for_Unemployed_or_Self_Employed\"><\/span><b>Ways to Save on Healthcare for Unemployed or Self Employed<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone \u2013 even those with health insurance coverage \u2013 could benefit from learning how to save on health care costs. After all, traditional health insurance plans often require you to meet a deductible of sometimes as much as several thousand dollars before your health insurance company will pay for all or most of the healthcare costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, here are ways to <a href=\"\/spending-for-prescription-drugs\/\">reduce your out-of-pocket costs<\/a> for health care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_about_affordable_health_insurance_coverage\"><\/span><b>Learn about affordable health insurance coverage.\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s understandable if you are concerned about health insurance costs. However, if you don&#8217;t have a health plan, here are a few health insurance options.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Short-term health insurance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> typically lasts 30 to 90 days and is designed to cover emergencies. However, the monthly premiums and deductibles can be relatively high.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allows you to extend your employer-based health insurance plan for a limited time (18 to 36 months) after you&#8217;ve left your job. But, again, these premiums may be high because your employer won&#8217;t pay any portion of the costs. COBRA is a popular choice for those searching for healthcare for unemployed people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>government-run healthcare marketplace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may be an option for you. You can find a high-deductible plan with lower-than-average monthly premiums on policies that resulted from the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcare.gov\/glossary\/affordable-care-act\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affordable Care Act<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In most cases, a married couple has to file a joint federal tax return to be eligible for premium tax credits and other savings on marketplace plans.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be able to qualify to start a <\/span><b>Health Savings Account<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which will help you save on taxes for money earmarked for healthcare.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Medicaid <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or the <\/span><b>Children&#8217;s Health Insurance Program<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> coverage and costs are based on the government&#8217;s federal poverty level. The monthly cost also depends on your state of residence and the size of your household.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, you may also consider obtaining a high deductible plan from <\/span><b>private health insurance companies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is another way to cut health insurance costs while still having <a href=\"\/\">health coverage<\/a> for catastrophic events.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_about_health_care_service_options\"><\/span><b>Learn about health care service options.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some areas, there are healthcare offices on every corner. When you become sick, or something goes wrong, how do you select the right health care service option for your situation?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-fusion-600 wp-image-2185\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"health insurance plan\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.ameriplanusa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/health-insurance-plan.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally speaking, emergency room visits are for life-threatening emergencies, and urgent care clinics are for injuries or illnesses that don&#8217;t seem life-threatening. However, other <a href=\"\/telehealth-plus\/\">online healthcare options<\/a> give you affordable access to a doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, if you have a life-threatening emergency, quickly seek emergency services closest to you. However, if you want to save money, <\/span><b>consider low-cost online options<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Participate_in_preventative_health_care\"><\/span><b>Participate in preventative health care.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, some people <a href=\"\/discount-health-care-plan\/\">save money on health care<\/a> by not going to the doctor. For example, they don&#8217;t participate in preventative screenings or have annual blood work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, paying for <\/span><b>preventative screenings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may enable you to save on emergency health care costs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Live_a_healthy_lifestyle\"><\/span><b>Live a healthy lifestyle.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can save money on healthcare by making wise choices while grocery shopping. In addition, <\/span><b>clean living<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, exercise, and plenty of sleep can go a long way in securing your financial future by <a href=\"\/save-on-medical-bills\/\">reducing health-related expenses<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purchase_a_health_benefit_plan\"><\/span><b>Purchase a health benefit plan.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A health benefit plan is not the same as a health insurance plan. Here&#8217;s <a href=\"\/medical-discount-plan\/\">how these specialized health plans work<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For less than $40 per month, your entire household will receive <\/span><b>discounts on health care services, vision and dental coverage, prescription drug coverage, and chiropractic care.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To receive discounts, you must visit one of the participating providers in your area and agree to pay for services immediately. In return, the provider will offer you a discount.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interested_in_Saving_Money_on_Healthcare_Costs\"><\/span><b>Interested in Saving Money on Healthcare Costs?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because <a href=\"\/discount-plans-vs-insurance\/\">low-cost health insurance<\/a> often comes with high deductibles, you may still need help to pay for your prescription drugs and monthly medical bills. If this is a concern, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> an AmeriPlan consultant. They will show you how to save money without submitting a report on your medical history as soon as you sign up for a plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Save_on_Health_Care_Key_Takeaways\"><\/span><b>How to Save on Health Care: Key Takeaways<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out possible options if you are concerned about losing health insurance coverage following a job loss. Healthcare for unemployed options include short-term insurance, COBRA, and other plans that offer a high deductible but more affordable health insurance premiums.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discounted health insurance may be available to you based on your state of residence, income, and number in your household.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also save money on health care by shopping around for services and living a healthy lifestyle.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider a <a href=\"\/health-benefit-plan\/\">health benefit plan to receive discounts<\/a> on medical services, prescription drugs, chiropractic care, and vision and dental care. 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