Health and Fitness – Money Crashers

10 Best Places to Buy Contact Lenses Online

Tom Blake — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Like anything else you buy, if you want to save money on contacts, shopping for deals from the right retailers is crucial. Thankfully, numerous retailers can help contact lens wearers save money. If you’re tired of overpaying for this necessary expense, these are the places to shop.

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13 Best Places to Buy Prescription Eyeglasses for Cheap (Online / In-Store)

Tom Blake — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The average consumer spends nearly $130 for their frames — not including lenses. Thankfully, there are ways to save money on glasses if you know where to shop. Thanks to these retailers, there’s no longer a reason to pay full price for your next frame upgrade or new pair of glasses.

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How to Get Medical Debt Off Your Credit Report in 5 Steps

Sarah Sharkey — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 17:00:00 +0000

An unexpected illness or injury can quickly lead to mounting medical costs. Without an emergency fund, it’s easy to fall into medical debt, hurting your budget and credit score. Fortunately, there are several ways to get medical debt off your credit report. Find out which is best for you.

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How to Get a Health Insurance Claim Paid and Appeal a Denial

Brian Martucci — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000

A denial letter isn’t the end of story for a health insurance claim. If you’re persistent and file a proper appeal, you could get that claim paid after all, at least in part.

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Does Medical Debt Affect Your Credit Score?

TJ Porter — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 21:02:00 +0000

Medical bills are a major driver of consumer debt. They can also contribute to financial distress, up to and including bankruptcy. But do they affect your credit score? Learn if, when, and how medical bills could negatively impact your credit.

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11 Ways to Manage the High Costs of Infertility and IVF Treatments

Sarah Graves — Mon, 02 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Managing the high costs of infertility involves obvious saving methods like insurance and prescription drug savings, though there are other ways, such as crowdfunding or grants and finding a job with infertility benefits. There are riskier options available, but you should consider those carefully before opting in.

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How to File a Health Insurance Claim (and Submit an Appeal If Denied)

Brian Martucci — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:46:33 +0000

Occasionally, you may encounter situations when you must file your own health insurance claim. Fortunately, that’s not as difficult as it sounds. Filing a health insurance claim involves a set of predictable steps. It takes time and effort, but your insurer might be able to help.

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Can You Get Life Insurance if You Have Depression?

Brian Martucci — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:50:32 +0000

If you’ve been diagnosed with depression or a related mental health condition, you could end up paying more for life insurance, but if your condition is mild or well-controlled, it might not affect your life insurance premiums at all. Learn how depression can affect your life insurance rates.

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Is Dental Insurance Worth It? – 7 Important Factors to Consider

Joshua Rodriguez — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000

While health insurance is a hot topic in the U.S., dental coverage is often left on the back burner. But it can be just as expensive as medical care. But there are several factors you should consider to determine whether dental insurance is right for you.

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The Best Life Insurance for Cancer Patients

Brian Martucci — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 21:22:44 +0000

A cancer diagnosis makes getting life insurance much more difficult, but it’s not impossible. Learn about the best life insurance companies and policies for people who’ve been diagnosed with cancer, cancer survivors, and those with a family history of cancer.

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Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room. Is the Clinic or the ER Cheaper?

Amy Livingston — Thu, 03 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

When you have a non-life-threatening condition you need treated right away, the emergency room may not always be your best bet. Urgent care centers can handle many of the minor emergencies people have for less. The key is knowing when you should choose one.

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Best Life Insurance Companies for Smokers

Brian Martucci — Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:00:02 +0000

Because smoking is bad for your health, life insurance companies tend to frown on the habit. But you can get life insurance if you smoke, even if you won’t qualify for the best rates or as much coverage as you’d like. Find the best life insurance companies for smokers and tobacco users.

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How Much Should You Pay for a Gym Membership?

Amy Freeman — Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

You know all the reasons you should exercise, from improving your health to helping you deal with stress. But lots of things can stand between you and a fitness routine, including the cost of a gym membership. But how much should you really pay?

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What Is Health Insurance and How Does It Work?

Amy Livingston — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Finding the right health insurance plan is hard. There are so many options to choose from and factors to compare. How are you supposed to make sense of it all? This guide will give you a basic understanding of the different types of health insurance to help you determine which plan is right for you.

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17 FSA-Eligible Expenses and Approved Items to Buy by the End of the Year

Brian Martucci — Thu, 09 Dec 2021 18:00:06 +0000

It’s the end of the year, and you need to spend down your health care flexible savings account balance. But you can’t just spend it on anything. Fortunately, there are multiple necessities and everyday products eligible for FSA reimbursement.

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What Is a Health Savings Account (HSA)?

G. Brian Davis — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Unaffordable health insurance premiums have forced many Americans to choose insurance plans with high deductibles. Thankfully, you can set aside money tax-free in a health savings account (HSA) to cover out-of-pocket medical costs. Read on to learn how HSAs work and whether they’re right for you.

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How to Get Affordable Medical Care Without Health Insurance

Amy Livingston — Sun, 14 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

If you’re one of the millions of Americans with no coverage, you know your health care costs can be substantial. Many uninsured Americans go without necessary medical care because of it. To avoid becoming one of them, you need to find lower-cost sources of care your budget can handle.

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9 Ways to Get Health Insurance Coverage Without a Job

G. Brian Davis — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Whether you’re unemployed, self-employed, employed without health coverage, or aiming to retire before you’re eligible for Medicare, it’s risky to go without health insurance. Here are the best solutions for you to consider if you don’t get employer health benefits, don’t yet qualify for Medicare.

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Pros and Cons of Short-Term Health Insurance Plans – Is It Right for You?

Amy Livingston — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 13:00:03 +0000

New rules have expanded access to low-cost short-term health insurance plans, but are these bare-bones plans right for you? Learn what short-term health insurance plans cost, what they cover, and how they stack up against regular health plans that meet the standards of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).

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6 Best Health Savings Account (HSA) Providers

G. Brian Davis — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Health savings accounts (HSAs) are an important tool for millions of Americans with high-deductible health insurance plans. They can also provide a tax-efficient vehicle for long-term investing and saving for future medical needs. Read on to learn how to find the best HSA administrators.

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