For millions of Americans, Medicare is one of America's most effective safety nets. The program is designed to provide access to paid medical care for certain segments of the American population. Medicare is federally funded via the American taxpayer. Medicare eligibility depends on many factors. Su......[Read More]

Nurses and doctors are regulated by many health-care-related labor laws.female doctor #6 image by Adam Borkowski from Fotolia.comLabor law relating to health care is a complex subject, and there are many different aspects to be considered, ranging from patient rights to employee training.........[Read More]

Sleeping is supposed to be a time of peaceful rest and relaxation for the mind and body. For some, snoring is a chronic condition that prevents a good night's rest. For others, its acute bouts of sleep talking. Talking while sleeping is considered a sleep disorder that affects individuals of all age......[Read More]

Are you a parent preparing to send your child to college? Then when packing up his or her bags, do not forget to pack a little health insurance together the futons and the orange crates. ... ......[Read More]

The current socio-economical conditions have created lots of risks for the health of any individual. Health related insurance for the whole family has now become a necessity compared to luxury few years ago. As more ... ......[Read More]

Decisive illness insurance is a type of agreement which is taken up with an indemnity company. This company will compensate you with a lump sum which is tax free when you are diagnosed as having ... ......[Read More]

The year 2014 proved to be a mixed year for the physicians in US. While some of the medical specialties saw an increase in their compensation, others witnessed a reduction in the total cash compensation. ... ......[Read More]

It is a huge responsibility to care for a family, and choosing the right family medical insurance is a significant part of this. There's so much to worry about from where to send your children ... ......[Read More]

Have you ever wondered how insurers determine your insurance premiums? The basic concept is that they analyse and calculate the risks and try to predict how much you might cost them. Will you be making ... ......[Read More]

Iowa Medicaid is federally funded health insurance that provides health care to low-income residents. The Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) manages the Medicaid program. A wide range of medically necessary services are covered through the program. You can access the online application through ......[Read More]

Unlike in many other states, insurance companies in New York State use community rating when calculating health insurance premiums, typically in the small business market. Community rating means that everyone in the same community (usually several adjacent counties) pays the same premium,.........[Read More]

It's challenging to get an accurate temperature from an infant. Neonatal experts currently debate which location on a baby's body yields the best results. Nurses and others are conducting research to find a good spot.......[Read More]

HIPAA highly regulates access to health information, even in a home office.lock image by Dwight Davis from Fotolia.comThe Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 is enforced by the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) under the U.S. Department of Health and Human.........[Read More]

Medigap plans are supplemental insurance plans that are available to anyone on Medicare. They fill in the "gaps" in coverage that Medicare doesn't pay and, as such, can save you a great deal of money if you end up using your Medicare coverage extensively. There are a number of different plans to cho......[Read More]

Healthcare costs consumed 16 percent of U.S. GDP in 2007, a figure representing some $2.3 trillion dollars, or $7,600 per person. That number is expected to almost double by 2016. The devastating effect of serious illness drives many individuals to seek healthcare insurance through any means possibl......[Read More]

Unless you can afford to self-insure, health insurance is essential.Against illness image by Svetlana Kashkina from Fotolia.comHealth insurance is one of the most necessary items for families and individuals today, and yet many people don't understand their health plan. They simply know.........[Read More]

There are reasons for rising insurance premiums.doctor's treatment image by TEMISTOCLE LUCARELLI from Fotolia.com"Over the past decade, the average yearly contribution to even employer-sponsored plans has gone through the roof---up more than $1,800," according to MSNBC.com. Insurance.........[Read More]

A solid health insurance plan pays for both preventative care and treatment.Doctor image by Monika 3 Steps Ahead from Fotolia.comA typical health insurance plan provides four primary functions: provisions for routine care, emergency medical assistance, chronic condition treatment and.........[Read More]

Medicare provides coverage for adults 65 and overstethoscope lying on a ekg image by Joseph Dudash from Fotolia.comMedicare health insurance in New Jersey provides coverage for those 65 and older. Younger people with certain disabilities also are eligible, and there is no age requirement.........[Read More]

In the recent studies conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Statistics, the job opportunities in the medical field is expected to balloon by at least 20 percent due to the increasing number of procedures, laboratory ... ......[Read More]