Timeline

In this easy to view layout you can see the elements of the law that will be implemented this year, as well as see what's coming next.

Learn more

Ask a Question

Are you confused about how the healthcare law will affect you moving forward? Use the contact form to tell us what's going on and a professional case manager will give you advice related to your specific scenario.

Learn more

Read our Blog

Stay current about the healthcare topics you are hearing about in the news through ongoing expert discussions. This blog will also address frequently asked questions by patients and tips for how to make the most out of your insurance.

Learn more

Welcome to insureUStoday.org

Latest Blog Discussions

I already have insurance through my work – can I still purchase a policy through my state’s marketplace?

Submitted by insureustoday.org
on Mon, 06/03/2013 - 3:53pm

The health insurance marketplaces are open to any individual who is seeking insurance coverage. If you would like to research or search for options outside of the insurance policy offered through your workplace, you are absolutely welcome to do so.

If you decide to purchase health insurance from your state marketplace instead of through your employer, you will no longer receive employer contributions towards your insurance premiums.

What happens if I choose not to purchase health insurance?

Submitted by insureustoday.org
on Tue, 05/28/2013 - 7:48pm
Not only will you be solely responsible for 100% of the cost associated with your medical care, you will be required to pay the financial penalty associated with not having coverage.

Diagnostic, Screening and Therapeutic services and what that means for ACA’s ‘Preventive” services

Submitted by insureustoday.org
on Tue, 05/14/2013 - 3:17pm
The healthcare reform law included many new measures improving patient’s health, including the requirement that all insurance plans, including Medicare, cover many preventive services to the patient at no out of pocket cost. However, patients and doctors are learning that the details of what is defined as preventive services can be quite complex and sometimes may leave the patient with an unexpected cost. Coding (and thus billing) for colorectal cancer screening is complicated by several factors including procedure findings, patient personal and family history. Although there is some gray areas within the text of ACA that will need to be clarified moving forward, here are some guidelines for patients when it comes to understanding how your insurance and doctor’s office bills preventive and non-preventive services.

No front page content has been created yet.