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.
Understanding Open Enrollment and Your Health Plan Options
In the rush to get ready for the holidays, health insurance may have taken a back seat to Christmas shopping and decorating. But while you’re checking off names on your Christmas list, keep this in mind: ‘Tis also the season for open enrollment.
How Practicing Gratitude Can Help Lower Healthcare Costs
This past year-plus has seen more than its share of challenges, which have in turn contributed to increased feelings of anxiety and depression for many. Holidays like Thanksgiving can add to the stress levels, but there’s a simple way to help us enjoy this time of year instead of stress about it: Gratitude.
Rising Healthcare Costs in 2022 and How Health Sharing Ministries Are Bucking the Trend
There’s no doubt 2021 continued to disrupt healthcare as the pandemic dragged on. These disruptions are driving an increase in already high healthcare costs. Concerned about COVID-19, many providers limited access to care while people delayed critical medical services and screenings. This led to diseases like cancer and chronic conditions being diagnosed later, resulting in more extensive and expensive treatments.
Choosing Your Own Doctor Shouldn’t Come with A Higher Cost. With a Health Sharing Ministry, it Doesn’t Have To.
As a patient, you want to build a trusted relationship with your physician. You want your care to come from a qualified doctor you know — and who knows you in return. Traditional health insurance carriers, however, don’t always make it easy — or affordable — to receive care from your preferred provider.
CVS Caremark Drug Trend Report Reveals New Consumer Habits
CVS Caremark recently conducted a survey on trends in consumer habits, including trends that impact the cost of prescription drugs. Read on to find out more.
How to Avoid “the Family Glitch” with Health Sharing Ministries
Are you dealing with the “family glitch” when it comes to affordability in health insurance? Thankfully, health sharing ministries can be a way to combat this issue. Find out how here.
3 Ways the Healthcare Staffing Shortage Impacts Your Family
Staffing shortages are currently a significant issue in healthcare. How will staffing shortages impact your family? Find out more in this post.
How Health Sharing Ministries Handle the Cost of Prescription Drugs
How do various popular health sharing ministries compare when it comes to handling the cost of prescription medications? Read on to find out more.
Is Health Share Right for Early Retirees?
Are Christian health sharing ministries a good choice for those who retire early and who are still in need of healthcare coverage before they can qualify for Medicare? Read on to find out.
Disruptive Innovation: The Continuing Success of Retail Healthcare
Retail clinics are revolutionizing the healthcare industry. Find out why more and more Americans are turning to these clinics as an alternative to traditional health care settings.
The Rise of the Minute Clinic: A Look at CVS
CVS not only has nearly 70,000 pharmacy locations across the country, but it now offers over 1,100 MinuteClinics to offer a more affordable and convenient healthcare alternative to urgent care centers.
Freedom to Choose Your Provider a Major Bonus for Health Sharing Members
Health sharing ministries often allow members greater freedom to choose their own medical professionals than do health insurance plans.