AN OVERVIEW OF PERMANENT HEALTH INSURANCE COVERAGE The health and well-being of yourself and your family is of the utmost importance, and like most people you probably don’t want to make any compromises or take any chances when it comes to protecting your health or that of your loved ones.

Permanent health insurance coverage is an effective way to provide the whole family with peace of mind and protection, providing access to a wealth of health services should the need arise.

Evaluating Health Insurance Some people are lucky in that they get free health insurance coverage through their employer as a benefit of the job. However, for those that do not have this coverage, and for those that want to provide coverage for the whole family, it is important to look into the range of available plans and start this protective health coverage as soon as possible.

Nobody knows when illness, disease, or medical emergencies are going to arise, but with suitable coverage in place you can be sure that your health needs will be addressed.

Types of Health Insurance Plans There are a number of different plans available for those looking for health insurance coverage. You can opt for an individual plan if the coverage is just for yourself. If you have a partner, you can opt for joint coverage, and if you also have a family you could go for family coverage. This often works out cheaper than taking out individual plans for each member of the household, and ensures that your loved ones are all covered with the same level of protection.

When looking into taking out permanent health insurance you need to pay careful attention to what each plan actually covers before you make any commitment. Some plans will cover medical needs only, whereas more comprehensive plans will also cover dental and optical care. With a comprehensive permanent health insurance plan you can expect benefits such as:

Physician care Hospital care (as in- patient or out-patient) Dental, optical, and aural (hearing) care Prescription benefits Surgery and major medical benefits

Insurance Costs vs. Benefits As with any other type of insurance, the more comprehensive plans will also cost more in premiums at the same time will also provide a higher degree of protection and peace of mind. It is very important to read the policy in full before committing, as many health insurance plans contain a lot of exclusions. You may find that you are not covered for certain problems or in certain situations, and if you have a pre-existing condition you may also find that this is not covered under the policy. If you have any concerns about the policy that you are thinking of taking, you should address these with the insurer before you make your decision.

Providing that you are happy with the terms and conditions as well as the benefits and exclusions of the insurance plan, permanent health insurance coverage will provide you with an affordable and effective way to protect the health and well being of yourself and your family.