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The ACA, Dental Coverage and the Future
With a new administration, a change in coverage could become a reality. We’re already fighting for regular health care coverage, but dental coverage is (literally) like pulling teeth. More about the ACA, dental coverage and what could happen in the future: … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Decrease Dental Bills
Visiting the dentist can cause anxiety in itself, but what about when it comes time to pay? Instead of skipping the dentist for fear of a big bill, use these 3 tips to get the biggest bang for your buck: … [Read more...]
Your Medical and Dental Expenses Might Be Tax Deductible
As the tax year winds down, it’s time to start planning for the dreaded Tax Day. But on the bright side, you may be able to make an extra and unexpected buck on your 2016 dental expenses. … [Read more...]
Most Americans are Unable to Define Insurance Terms
Insurance terms like PPO and COB are enough to make Americans say OMG. 96% of Americans fail to correctly define 4 basic health benefit definitions. And ironically, the 4 terms—deductible, co-insurance, co-pay and out-of-pocket maximum—all impact consumer cost. … [Read more...]