| Differences | New Dental Choice | Individual Dental Insurance |
| Waiting Periods | No waiting period for any process | Insurance will not pay for most main dental services like crowns for 6 to 18 months |
| Pre-Existing Conditions | No exclusions for pre-existing situation | Pre-existing situation may be excluded from your reporting |
| Annual Maximums | No annual maximums -There are no limitations on how much you can save! | Insurance only cover up to a certain amount per year (e.g., $1,000) . Once exceed, you pay all dental expenses |
| Co-Insurance or Co-Pays | Not valid to reduction Dental Cards. For a given service, participate dentists will charge you the contracted inexpensive rate that has been negotiated | After deductible is met, you pay a percentage (e.g. 50%) of major procedures. Insurance companies typically pay for the remainder of charges |
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
See how New Dental Choice compares to dental insurance
Monday, November 16, 2009
Friday, November 13, 2009
How to find home-based business reporting
The majority insurance companies that offer homeowner coverage will also offer a "rider" or extension of your homeowner’s policy. This broadens your coverage to include your home-based business.
However, if your business employs full-time employees or generate a sizeable income, you probably should think about more complete protection provided by a commercial policy. Commercial policies are separate from your homeowner policy. Your insurance agent or agent can help you decide your coverage needs and what coverage is available to you.
If you are a home-based business owner, you might also check within your community for trade groups and industry organization for additional assistance. Often these groups can provide information and access to discount or specialized coverage tailored to your exacting business needs.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Reduction Health Plans
As health care expenses rise and many people lose their employer-sponsored health insurance, some are turning to reduction health plans. A new Washington state law taking effect July 26, 2009, establishes clear revelation requirements for reduction health plans and new consumer protections for the people who buy them.
What are reduction health plans?
They’re membership organizations that charge a fee for a list of health care providers who offer discounted health care services or products. Discount health plans may be helpful for a few people looking to save money, but they are not insurance.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Reports on Long-Term Care Homes
The information on Long-Term Care (LTC) Homes website provides information about the more than 600 LTC homes in Ontario. LTC homes are government-funded and regulated by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
The information on LTC Homes will let you find homes within a preferred area and see general information about a home, such as the ownership and number of beds. You can also view the results of ministry inspection and see if there are any complaints issued next to a particular home during a specific coverage period.
The provision of this information does not imply any endorsement or recommendation on behalf of the region of Ontario, of any long-term care homes. To find out more about how coverage on long-term care homes is done, see the Frequently Asked Questions and the Glossary of Terms.
You are powerfully encouraged to visit each home that you are considering before making a final decision. This will help ensure that it is the right choice for you or your loved one.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
Types of Dental Insurance Plans
There are several types of dental insurance plans:
Fee for Service (FFS) Plans:
These plans regularly allow you to see dentists of your choice. These plans also pay a percentage of the dentist's fee, or set a fee limit. These amount do not always cover the full cost of the service, and you must pay the difference.
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Plans:
This type of plan offers you extra comprehensive profit. It allows you to visit preferred dentists. If you see dentists outside the network, you may take delivery of reduce benefits or no coverage at all.
Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Plans:
To ensure coverage, you must see a dentist within the network. Depending on the plan, it may need you to pay a co-pay.
