Health Insurance

Health Insurance Learning Center

Shopping for health insurance quotes isn’t the easiest task in the world. And with so many health insurance plans to choose from—HMOs, PPOs, HSAs, Major Medical—it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But we're here to help.

At the InsWeb Health Insurance Learning Center, health insurance resources and free individual health insurance quotes are right at your fingertips.

Individual Health Insurance: Just the Facts

A health plan with your employer isn't the only option. Learn more about the potential advantages of getting health insurance in your own name.

 

Health Insurance: All Prescription Drug Coverage is not Alike
How do health insurance plans determine whether they'll cover your prescription drugs?
10 Simple Ways to Save on Health Insurance
Ten easy ways to save money on health insurance.
Limited Benefit Health Insurance Plans
Learn the pluses and minuses of limited benefit health insurance plans and when they make the most sense.
5 Things Health Insurance Companies Don't Want You to Know
Not all health insurance companies are as upfront as consumers would like. Learn the 5 most common things they may not want you to know.
3 Reasons COBRA Subscribers Should Consider Health Insurance Alternatives
Many individuals who lose their employer-based health insurance assume COBRA is their only choice. But there are other options.
5 Easy Tips to Save on Prescription Drugs
These five tips can help you keep prescription drug costs low.
Recently Unemployed? Keep Your Health Insurance
In America, our health insurance is often tied to our job. But it doesn't have to be. If you've lost your job or have changed careers, learn how you and your family can stay covered.

Individual Health Insurance

Preventive Care Can Save Your Life
Immunizations, check-ups, physicals—they’re all critical to good health.
Lost Your Job? Consider Applying for COBRA Benefits
Losing a job could mean losing your health insurance, too.
Can You Afford to Live Without Health Insurance?
Don’t roll the dice with your health by going uninsured.
Health Insurance for the Self-Employed
Self-employed? Find affordable health insurance with an individual health insurance policy.
Alternative Medicine and Health Insurance Coverage
Is herbal and alternative medicine covered?

High-Deductible Health Insurance: HSAs

Learn why Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are gaining popularity and whether or not they might be right for you.

 

Health Insurance for Recent College Graduates
For recent college graduates, individual health insurance may be the best option.

Medical Conditions and Your Policy

How Overweight Americans Can Save on Health Insurance
Overweight persons can find low-cost health insurance.
Mental Health and Health Insurance
With proper medical care, mental illness is treatable.
Chronic Stress Increases Healthcare Costs
Living a stress-free life can help you keep health insurance costs low.
Health Insurance Comparison
Save big by comparing health insurance policies.
Compare Health Insurance Quotes
Compare health insurance quotes, find great coverage.
Compare Health Insurance Plans
Need low-cost coverage? Compare health insurance plans!
4 Reasons to Purchase Health Insurance
Individual health insurance may be ideal for you.
Get a Health Insurance Quote Today
Individual Health Insurance Plans

Basics of Health Insurance

Health Insurance Plans: What Are the Differences?
Learn which health plan fits your needs.
HMO vs. PPO
HMO or PPO—which is best for you?
What to Know Before Applying For a Health Insurance Policy
Get a leg up on the health insurance application process.

Surviving Flu Season

5 Common Flu Season Myths
Let's dispel a few flu season myths.
H1N1 Swine Flu Prevention Tips
Avoid the swine flu virus with these tips.
Staying Healthy This Flu Season
Avoid the flu bug this flu season.
8 Germy Surfaces That Can Make You Sick
Avoid these germy surfaces and stay healthy.

 

All Things Medicare

Medicare Part D—What You Need to Know
Medicare Part D outlines Medicare's prescription drug coverage. Familiarize yourself with Medicare's prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Options from A to L - What It Covers, What It Doesn't and How to Enroll
Learn about Medicare options A through L with our in-depth guide.

 Diabetes and Your Health

Diabetes Epidemic Sweeping Across the U.S.
For the 24 million Americans suffering from diabetes, health insurance is critical.
Type 2 Diabetes, Pre-Diabetes and Gestational Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes can be life-threatening, but health insurance can help treat it.
Type 1 Diabetes and Health Insurance