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Your Medical and Dental Expenses Might Be Tax Deductible

March 21, 2017 By Heather Horsey

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...]

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Most Americans are Unable to Define Insurance Terms

February 28, 2017 By Caroline Jacobson

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...]

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3 Questions to Ask This Open Enrollment Period

October 27, 2016 By Sara Fossum

Prepare for Open Enrollment by asking these 3 things of your coverage.

Open enrollment. It’s the term buzzing around your HR department this time of year. But what does it mean? And how does it affect you as an employee? … [Read more...]

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