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Unraveling Health Insurance Lingo
Health Insurance Terms The healthcare system is expensive, confusing, and often difficult to navigate. Even if you have good insurance, many people struggle to understand their coverage and maximize their benefits. Start Health was created to change that. We make...
The Upside of HSAs, HDHPs and ICHRAs
I recently read a post by David Contorno cautioning and criticizing HDHPs, HSAs, and ICHRAs. Being in this space for a number of years and with a background of building new strategies to bring better, more affordable healthcare to the country, I feel the need to...
Your HSA Could be in for a Big Upgrade
Your HSA Could Be in for a Big Upgrade THIS ARTICLE AT A GLANCE Proposed legislation could mean significant improvement for HSAs. We are looking at potentially doubled HSA contribution limits, an expanded definition of “qualified medical expenses,” and contributions...
Why One Medical Bill Isn’t Like Another: What Really Drives Healthcare Costs
Have you ever opened a medical bill and felt like you needed a decoder ring? You're not alone. Medical bills in the U.S. are notoriously complex and wildly inconsistent. Two people can receive the same procedure but walk away with vastly different bills. Why? It all...
5 HSA Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew Earlier
5 HSA Tricks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner A Health Savings Account (HSA) can simplify the healthcare process more than you may realize. 1. It’s Not Just for Doctor Visits—Your HSA Covers So Much More! Think your HSA is only for doctor's visits and prescriptions? Think...
Broker Interview: Why Start is the Solution
The Start Health team had the pleasure to interview Joshua Erickson, Utah Insurance Broker. Joshua provides insightful commentary on the insurance marketplace and how Start Health benefits consumers more than the alternatives. "Here’s some of the common things I...
