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Christian Medical Sharing Health Blog
US HealthShare is here to inform Americans of everything they need to know about health care. Our blogs provide information about health care, news updates, family fun, and the benefits of healthcare sharing ministries. We look forward to consistently providing Americans with knowledge about healthcare, health sharing, and how to save money. We invite you to take a read and discover more information about healthcare sharing.
The Rise of the Minute Clinic: A Look at CVS
Having a healthcare facility within close proximity is important. Luckily for Americans, obtaining medical care quickly and conveniently is now easier thanks to CVS. Now with over 1,100 CVS MinuteClinics located within CVS Pharmacy and Target stores across 33 states,...
Freedom to Choose Your Provider a Major Bonus for Health Sharing Members
Visiting a doctor, receiving medical treatment, or undergoing a medical procedure can often come with a hefty bill to pay. That's why many Americans choose to buy into a health insurance plan to help cover those larger and often unexpected costs. But health insurance...
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Missed Open Enrollment? No Problem for Health Sharing Members!
Paying out-of-pocket for medical care can quickly burn a hole in your wallet, which is why you may either have a health plan in place or be looking for one. But if you don't already have health insurance, you'll most likely have to wait until the fall before enrolling...
Health Sharing Ministries and Community Outreach: Two Peas in a Pod
Health sharing ministries have become an increasingly popular topic as more and more Americans are turning to these organizations as a more affordable way to handle healthcare costs over traditional health insurance plans. Not only can these ministries save their...
Colon Cancer Awareness Month: What Health Sharing Ministries Can Do
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, which is geared toward helping to raise awareness of the disease and the importance of early treatment. Organizations can play their part in raising awareness among Americans, and health sharing ministries are stepping up to the...
Value-Based Healthcare: A Look at the Pros and Cons
There is a new trend towards value-based healthcare, in which healthcare practitioners are compensated based on patient outcomes rather than the number of patients treated. Traditionally, healthcare practitioners are paid on a fee-for-service basis in which the volume...
How the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) Will Shape Healthcare’s Future
The healthcare industry has become heavily dependent on technology, especially in recent times. Remote doctor visits have become the norm over the past year thanks to the ongoing health crisis, though telemedicine was already a part of the healthcare industry long...
Overcoming the Pre-Existing Conditions Insurance Hurdle
According to research by Avalere, over 100 million Americans have pre-existing medical conditions. Americans with a pre-existing condition may sometimes face challenges when it comes to medical coverage, particularly when there is a pre-existing conditions clause...
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How Consumerism Has Changed the Face of Healthcare Forever
The healthcare industry has changed over the years, but perhaps the health crisis of 2020 expedited this evolution even further. Not only has the way medical care is offered expanded, but patients themselves have transformed to become more informed consumers....
Telehealth Demographics for 2021: What We Know Now
As patients and healthcare practitioners play their part to help curb the spread of COVID-19, telehealth has emerged as a major player in the healthcare landscape. In fact, the use of telehealth has soared over the past year, and its use will likely continue to be...
3 Ways COVID-19 Changed the Way We Handle Our Health
The coronavirus pandemic has upended our lives in just about every way. Not only has travel, work, shopping, and socializing been completely transformed, but so has the way Americans seek and receive medical care. Several hurdles have been faced over the past year due...
How Does Consolidation in Healthcare Impact Patient Costs?
Among all the trends emerging within the healthcare industry this year, consolidation tops the charts. A recent survey conducted by Definitive Healthcare, a data and analytics firm, found that consolidation in the healthcare industry is expected to be the top trend in...
Christian Health Sharing Ministries Spread the Love Through Volunteer Work
Christians are told in the Book of Hebrews, "Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God." (Hebrews 13:16) In harmony with that teaching, many Christian health sharing ministries contribute time, effort, and money to...
Top 3 Healthcare Trends for 2021
The year 2020 brought with it some serious challenges for the healthcare industry, but what can we anticipate for 2021? You can expect to see exciting new and continued trends in 2021, including the following. Virtual Care and Telemedicine While telemedicine has been...
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Retail Clinics and Christian Health Sharing: A Match Made in Heaven
Americans now have more access to healthcare practitioners, thanks in part to the advent of retail clinics. These medical offices are conveniently located in retail stores like supermarkets and department stores, making them more easily accessible for those requiring...
Job-Based Health Insurance Costs Continue to Rise: Are There Other Options
The cost of medical care on the rise, and so are the health insurance premiums designed to help cover these costs. And not only is private insurance increasing in cost, but so are other forms of health insurance, including employer-provided, job-based health insurance...
J.D. Power Survey on Telehealth Reveals Patient Sentiment
Since the coronavirus pandemic hit, telemedicine visits have become more of the norm rather than the exception. While virtual visits with doctors did not start because of COVID-19, they have become much more prevalent over the past few months as both practitioners and...
3 Ways COVID-19 Changed Open Enrollment for 2021
So many aspects of 2020 are different from years past thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, and Open Enrollment is one of them. Americans have just a few weeks to enroll in a health care plan or make changes to their current policies during the health insurance Open...
Paying for Health Care When You’re Self-Employed
Self-employment brings with it a number of benefits and opportunities, including more freedom, flexibility, and limitless earning potential. The "gig economy" is seeing major growth over recent years and is currently at its peak. But along with the perks of being...
How Do Health Sharing Ministries Handle Immunizations?
With the coronavirus pandemic continuing to spread across the US, Americans anxiously await the approval of a COVID-19 vaccine. In the meantime, more emphasis has also been placed on getting the annual flu shot to avoid the increased chance of falling ill this winter....
‘Tis the Season for Christian Health Sharing Ministries
There are so many ways to enjoy the festive holiday season—from spending time with loved ones, to admiring the twinkling Christmas lights, to showering your friends and family with gifts. However, for many families this year, financial challenges may make gift-giving...
Health Sharing Experts Standing By
We’ve partnered with health sharing specialists to talk to you about Christian Health Sharing and how it compares to traditional insurance.
What Is the Advantage of Getting a Pre-Authorization?
The cost of medical care and prescription medication is on the rise. Many Americans are unable to afford medical and prescription medication expenses out-of-pocket, which is why many enroll in a health plan or seek an alternative such as Christian health share...
How to Stay Healthy This Winter
People get sick at all times of the year, but the winter months tend to be when all those pesky upper respiratory illnesses come out in full force. To help ensure that you don't fall victim to a virus or infection as the colder weather approaches, here are a few...
How to Stay Healthy This Winter
People get sick at all times of the year, but the winter months tend to be when all those pesky upper respiratory illnesses come out in full force. To help ensure that you don't fall victim to a virus or infection as the colder weather approaches, here are a few...
What Happens If You Miss Open Enrollment?
Every year, you have an opportunity to revisit your health insurance plan to see if the coverage is still adequate enough for you and your family. If it isn't, you have an "Open Enrollment" period to make changes. If you don’t have insurance, this is the time to sign...
Is Christian Health Insurance a Real Thing?
You may have heard of "Christian health insurance," but what exactly is it? While there is no such thing as "Christian health insurance," there are Christian health sharing ministries that offer healthcare programs with a range of benefits. These are typically more...
Health Insurance and Telehealth: A Rocky and Strange Relationship
Telehealth visits for patients and physicians have spiked since the onset of COVID-19. Even though traditional insurance companies and other medical plans have started to loosen their policies on paying doctors for telemedicine, physicians still struggle to get paid....
3 Secrets to Saving Money in Uncertain Times
Over the past few months, millions of Americans have found themselves applying for unemployment insurance and government assistance programs after the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. For these families, money is unusually tight, and traditional...
Top Christian Movies to Watch this October 2020
October is finally here! This season brings the holidays, family, and colder weather, all perfect for movie time! Here is a selection of Christian movies that are adventure, love, and faith filled. These movies are perfect for a family night or even a solo movie night...