Start Health Success Stories

Our members are discovering how to take control of their healthcare, make smarter choices, and avoid overspending, so every healthcare dollar goes further.

A Start Health Success Story

Michelle B.

“We actually calculated what we paid last year for our premiums compared to now with Start Health, and we pay 70% less a month.”

83%

In Premium Savings

4.9/5

Satisfaction Rating

40%

Average Procedure Savings

A Trusted Partner

Discover why our broker partners trust Start Health and learn how our unique solution is making a real difference by offering a transparent, cost-saving option to their clients.

A Trusted Partner

Discover why our broker partners trust Start Health and learn how our unique solution is making a real difference by offering a transparent, cost-saving option to their clients.

“Why isn’t all insurance like this?”

I am really loving the cash-pay approach of Start Health. Skeptical at first, but calling around for my MRI and asking for the cash price, I was amazed at how much pricing differs, especially by facility. And, I love being ‘in the know’ about the cost of a procedure before I go. Seriously, why isn’t all insurance like this?

A Start Health Success Story

Prestwich Family

“Premiums and deductibles can be kind of confusing, but I feel like Start Health made it really easy for us to understand.”

Join Our Mission

At Start Health, our mission is to give you the tools to take control of your healthcare. We do this with a simple, transparent approach to benefits, a platform to compare and shop for the best care at the best price, and a plan designed to be HSA-eligible*. By combining these elements, we empower our members to make smarter choices, save money, and transform the way healthcare works.

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Get Added Peace of Mind with Start Shield

While your Start Health benefits are designed to be in line with providers' cash rates, sometimes your Start Health benefit may not fully cover what your provider is willing to accept. That's where Start Shield comes in.

Start Shield is designed to work alongside your Start Health plan by helping address eligible amounts that remain when a provider's charges exceed your Start Health benefits.

If you receive a bill that's higher than your Start Health benefits:

  • Our team reviews the charges for accuracy.
  • We work directly with the provider to negotiate a lower price on your behalf.
  • If a significant balance remains after negotiation, Start Shield may provide additional financial assistance to help limit your out-of-pocket costs.

When does Start Shield apply?

Emergency Care

  • Automatically eligible for Start Shield assistance.

Planned Procedures

  • A Pre-Bill must be submitted before receiving care to be eligible for Start Shield consideration.
  • Whenever possible, planned care should be performed with a preferred provider.

Financial assistance is determined on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the Start Shield Terms of Service.

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