Short-term plans are typically more affordable than major medical coverage, often costing less than half the price of traditional health insurance plans. While coverage details vary by plan and state, short-term plans often cover doctors’ visits, hospital stays, emergency room visits, prescription drug coverage and, in some cases, preventative care such as vaccines and annual check-ups.
Short-term plans are typically chosen by those who may experience gaps in coverage due to job changes, job loss or COBRA coverage ending. With many plans, individuals can select coverage for one month to a year and renew the coverage as long as the insurer offers the plan. This flexibility makes short-term plans a great choice for someone who is not sure when or if they will need health care coverage.
Another advantage is the ability to tailor the plans by adding riders for additional coverage. Riders can include coverage for hospitalization, outpatient services, prescription drugs, or coverage for specific medical care. An individual’s budget and health needs should be taken into account when selecting riders to ensure they have maximum coverage, but within their means.
Although it is not designed to provide comprehensive coverage, short-term health insurance is a great option for those who are between jobs, between employer-based coverage, or seeking an alternative to traditional health insurance. It is an affordable and flexible way to protect against unexpected medical costs, and provides peace of mind for those who are otherwise uninsured.
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