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International insurer HTH has recently merged with Blue Cross Blue Shield and launched a new product that Pacific Prime clients can now benefit from. Hong Kong (PRWEB) April 26, 2013 Pacific Prime is pleased to be able to offer its clients a new product from HTH after the insurer has recently merged with Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) to launch their latest product, the GeoBlue plan. Replacing HTH’s Global Citizen plan, it is hoped that the GeoBlue product will improve customer...
Mark Goldberg Appointed Chief Operating Officer, Will Support ASSI's New National Alternative to Traditional Home Care Insurance, "True Freedom II" ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., April 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- American Senior Services Incorporated (ASSI) (http://www.truefreedomhomecare.com) today announced that Mark Goldberg, a leader in the long-term care planning field, has joined as Chief Operating Officer. "Mark was one of the missing components to our leadership team, and we are...
Nearly decade-long trend of rising uninsured rates among young adults reversed; biennial health insurance survey finds 75 million people struggled with medical debt and 80 million were unable to afford the health care they need Eighty-four million people―nearly half of all working-age U.S. adults―went without health insurance for a time last year or had out-of-pocket costs that were so high relative to their income they were considered underinsured, according to the Commonwealth Fund...
Over one-third may switch doctors--if the price is right SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A new HealthPocket consumer survey found that 34 percent of respondents are motivated to reduce their health plan costs versus keep their doctor. When survey takers were asked, "If changing from your doctor to another doctor could save you money on your health plan premium costs, how much would you have to save annually to make the switch?" over half of the 34 percent...
ST. LOUIS, April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) today announced that its wholly-owned Ohio subsidiary, Buckeye Community Health Plan, earned a Commendable rating from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). A Commendable rating is awarded to organizations whose service and clinical quality meet or exceed NCQA's rigorous requirements for consumer protection and quality improvement. "We are proud to receive an accreditation status of Commendable...
Hawai'i Health Connector Opening in October 2013 where Individuals, Families and Small Businesses Can Shop for Unbiased Health Insurance Plans Park City, Utah (PRWEB) April 24, 2013 Today, Zane Benefits, Inc. published a new guide on the Hawaii Health Insurance Exchange. Zane Benefits, which provides comprehensive and flexible alternatives to traditional employer sponsored health benefits, is the leader in defined contribution and health reimbursement arrangements. According to Zane...
NEW YORK, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Former NBA champion, television/film personality and health & wellness advocate John Salley has partnered with Watertree Health, a leading provider of free prescription discount cards, to help promote and distribute their card to anyone who needs help paying for their medicines. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130424/NY00791 ) Salley, a vegan and much sought after speaker on the benefits of living a healthier lifestyle,...
American Independent Marketing Offers a FREE downloadable eGuide, Surviving Critical Illness Financially, To Help Navigate This New Opportunity YAKIMA, Wash., April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- American Independent Marketing today announced the availability of its free downloadable eGuide to critical illness insurance, which offers an affordable way for individuals to ensure they are protected if diagnosed with a critical illness or condition. Kiplinger's Personal Finance recently...
WASHINGTON, April 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- About one-third of Latinos or 15 million people will be seeking new doctors for diabetes, hypertension, cancer and preventive services when they become eligible to receive or buy health care coverage under the new health care reform law, the Affordable Care Act (ACA). As the nation's Latino doctors come together this week for the 17(th) Annual Conference of the National Hispanic Medical Association, the implementation of the ACA...
HARRISBURG, Pa., April 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- People looking for an easy way to decide which Capital BlueCross health insurance product is best suited to their personal needs only have to visit the company's website at capbluecross.com to quickly figure it out. Capital BlueCross recently launched a plan comparison tool that allows people to review details about the company's multiple product offerings while they are listed side-by-side. Two or more products can be compared at one...
