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What you don’t know
about your health
insurance can kill you!


Poor health insurance
choices are endangering you,
your family and your lifestyle
HOW MANY LIVES HAVE BEEN TAKEN?



                                                                                          According to the Urban Institute
                                                                                          analysis, from 2000 to 2006,
                                                                                          137,000 people died because they
                                                                                          were uninsured



                                                                                          This is due to people delaying or
                                                                                          going without needed medical care



Source: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, ―Uninsured and dying because of it.‖ 2008


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UNRELIABLE INSURANCE = HEALTH RISK




    Nearly 1.3 million full-time workers lost their
    health insurance in 2006


    In 2007, 37 million large and small business
    workers were uninsured because health
    benefits were not offered




Source: National coalition on health care, 2009


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ALARMING TRUTHS OF
   NO COVERAGE
THE FACTS ARE FRIGHTENING


  It is estimated 46 million Americans do
  not have health insurance                            46M


                                                     40%
  A staggering 60% or 24 million of
  Americans are not insured relative to
  self-employment or working for a                                     24M
  small business

                                                    Total
                                                             Self-employed/small
                                                                   business

Source: NASE, 2009


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SMALL BUSINESS EMPLOYEES PAY MORE


                               An employee in a firm with less than 10
                               employees pays 18% more for health
                               insurance than a worker in a firm with
                               200 or more

                               Healthcare costs are continuing to rise
                               for small businesses causing many to
                               become uninsured

                               Having no or inadequate insurance will
                               result in a price you never want to pay

Source: NASE, 2009


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SELF EMPLOYED – HIGHER RISK FACTORS

A study showed…
                                                                                  45%
 45% of small business owners are using                                                         40%             39%
  credit cards to finance their business

 40% are using commercial loans or credit
  lines (often guaranteed by personal assets)

 39% are using their personal assets
                                                                                                                                12%
 12% are using home equity financing

Risk for the self employed is extremely
high, you’re health shouldn’t be part of it                                    Credit cards   Credit lines   Personal assets Home equity

Source: Business Week.com October 26, 2008, AllBusiness.com


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SELF EMPLOYED HAVE MORE TO LOSE

                                                                                            60% of small business owners operate
                                                                                             as sole proprietorships
                                                                                           Which means…
                                                                                           if the business fails the owner is
                                                                                           personally liable for the debt
                                                     60%                                   When you’re self employed you have
                                                                                           more to lose…
                                                                                           You’re business
                                                                                           You’re assets
                                                                                           You’re health

Source: P. Reynolds, Entrepreneurship in the U.S., Miami, Florida International University, 2004


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EMPLOYMENT BASED INSURANCE TANKS


                                                  Employment is no longer a guarantee of
                                                  health insurance coverage

                                                  A rising reliance on part-time and contract
                                                  workers means fewer workers have access to
                                                  employer-sponsored health insurance

                                                  The number of uninsured rose 2.2 million
                                                  between 2005 and 2006, and has increased
                                                  by approximately 8 million since 2000



Source: National coalition on health care, 2009


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UNEMPLOYED BECOMES UNINSURED


                    Unemployment rates                                                         Employment based insurance simply is
                                                                                               not enough

                                                                                               From 2007 to 2009, 5.1 million
                                                                                               Americans have lost their jobs

                                                                                               In March 2009, the unemployment rate
                                                                                               sky rocketed to 8.5%, the highest it’s
                                                                                               been since 1983


     2006             2007             2008           Mar-09            Oct.                   By Oct. 2009 it is projected to be10.3%
                                                                        2009
Source: Department of Labor. ―The employment situation.‖ March 2009; The financial forecast center, 2009


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UNINSURED WILL CONTINUE TO GROW


           Increases in unemployment during the
           recession have grown the number of
           uninsured people by 3.7 million working-
           age adults

           A study by the University of California at
           Berkeley researchers found…

           Even if the economy fully recovers, the
           number of uninsured working age adults will
           grow by 4.2 million by the end of 2012


Source: UC Berkley labor center, As Congress debates health care reform proposals in President Obama’s budget, new report documents the impact on health coverage of NOT
implementing health-care reform, 2009


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THE YOUNG ADULT IS BEING HIT THE HARDEST

 A national 2009 survey for young adults ages
 18 to 29 showed:
  19% are unemployed or looking for work
  41% have been affected by cuts in wages or
    hours
  23% have recently lost health insurance
  Over 50% have lost their health coverage
    within the last five years
 Because of scarce wages and difficult times…
  20% are delaying, leaving college or               Volatile times call for critical
    transferring to a less expensive school           decisions – going without insurance
                                                      is not an option
  22% are postponing marriage or waiting to
    start a family
Source: PR newswire, April. 2009


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THE UNINSURED MIDDLE AGED ADULT

                                Uninsured
                    18%
                                                                                            The number of uninsured middle aged
                                                                                            adults is increasing every day…
                                                         13%
                                                                                            In 2006,

                                                                                             18% ages 35-44

                                                                                             13% ages 45-54

                                                                                            were uninsured
               Ages 35-44                           Ages 45-64



Source: CDC: Health insurance coverage: Early release of Health insurance estimates, 2006


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DEATH – THE ULTIMATE CONSEQUENCE


   In 2008, an alarming 9 million children                                                                            24 min =
   went uninsured                                                                                                     1 death

   Every 24 minutes someone dies in the
   US, because they were uninsured and                                                                           Every
   could not get the medical help they                                                  24 hrs =                                  6 hrs =
                                                                                       60 deaths              24 minutes         15 death
   needed                                                                                                     death occurs

   The consequence of risking your own
   life or the lives of your children is too                                                                          12 hrs =
   great                                                                                                             30 people



Source: Cover Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Cover The Uninsured Oct 2008; BC Culture, What’s your excuse? Dave Nalle, 2006


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INJURIES – NOT IF BUT WHEN


 Something as minor as a broken bone
 can cost $5000 in hospital charges

 A knee replacement costs nearly $16,000

 A complicated heart surgery will cost
 close to $200,000 and typically the
 hospital requires $100,000 up front

 Not being insured only saves you
 today’s premiums… it may wipe-out
 tomorrow’s financial future



Source: Forbes.com, Forbes, Steve, ―Open heart survery—90% off..‖, 2007; BC Culture, What’s your excuse? Dave Nalle, 2006


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CAR INSURANCE MAY NOT COVER YOUR
            INJURIES


                                           If your car insurance limits are too low, you
                                           could be putting yourself in financial risk

                                           If you’re seriously injured, making payment
                                           could force you to…

                                            Liquidate property

                                            Savings

                                            Other assets

                                            Future earnings

Source: Carinsurance.com, 2009


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UNINSURED CHILDREN SUFFER


                                                                              10.7% of all children in the U.S. are
                                                                                  uninsured


                                                                              Uninsured children are less likely to receive
                                                           50%                wellness check-ups, immunizations, and
                                                                              dental care


                                                                              50% of uninsured children did not
                                                                                  receive a wellness checkup in
                                                                                  2003, compared to 26% of insured
                                                                                  children
Source: National coalition on health care, 2009; HealthPAC online 2009


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RESULTS OF UNINSURED CHILDREN
Approximately 20% of uninsured children do not receive
recommended immunizations                                                                       Receive immunizations
Immunizations is a proven tool for controlling and even
eliminating infectious diseases such as…
 Smallpox, in it’s prime threatened 60% of the world's
                                                                                                              20%
    population and killed every 4th victim                                                                    don’t
 Measles, remains a leading cause of death among
    young children globally
      • Approximately, 197,000 deaths occurred in
         2007, mostly children 5 & under
 Polio is a highly contagious disease which can lead
    to paralysis or even death
      • In 1952, there were approximately 60,000 cases                                          These diseases are just as
                                                                                                real and dangerous to the
         with more than 3,000 deaths in the U.S.
Source: HealthPAC online 2009; WHO: Benefits of immunizations, 2009; Kids health, Polio, 2009
                                                                                                20% as they were in 1952

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EXPERTS AGREE: NO ONE SHOULD BE UNCOVERED



 Over 15 million people ages 18 to 34 live
 without medical coverage

 "I strongly advise that no one go without health
 insurance, even for a few months. You're
 exposing yourself to a major financial expense
 that can take years to recover from or ruin your
 credit history. In fact, lack of medical insurance
 is the No. 1 reason cited by people who file for
 personal bankruptcy‖
                              - Ray Martin, Finance expert/counselor



Source: CBS News, ―Health insurance for young adults.‖ 2006


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THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF
   POOR COVERAGE
RISK IS INCREASING…


                                   In 2008, more than 33% of micro-business
                                   owners did not offer health insurance
                      46%
                                   Of the 46% that do offer health insurance, only
                                   18.6% cover full-time employees

                                   This is a major decline from 2005, when 46.2%
           18%                     reported covering full-time employees


                                   It is up to you to protect yourself
        2008         2005
Source: NASE, 2009


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UNDERINSURED ARE IN DANGER


The number of underinsured adults
has hit unprecedented rates…
                                                                                           2003

In 2007 it approached 25 million
adults compared to the 16 million
in 2003

Many adults just don’t                                                                     2007

understand coverage really is a
possibility

Source: The commonwealth fund. Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Jennifer L. Kriss, Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D., and Sheila D. Rustgi, 2008


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MASSIVE MEDICAL DEBTS - A COSTLY DANGER


                                                                                 Results of being underinsured…
                                                                                 In 2007…
                                                                                 • 71 million working-age adults reported
                                                                                   a problem paying their medical bills
                                                                                 • 7 million adults 65 or older reported
                                                                                   medical debt problems
                                                                                 • Nearly 49 million said they were
                                                                                   paying off long-term medical debt



Source: The commonwealth fund. Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Jennifer L. Kriss, Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D., and Sheila D. Rustgi, 2008


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BANKRUPTCY – THE ULTIMATE FINANCIAL DANGER


                                                                                           A Harvard University study analyzed 1,700
                                                                                           bankruptcies across the United States
       Medical
      problems                                                                             50% were related to medical financial
                                                                                           problems
                                                    High                                   An astonishing, 75% of the individuals who
                                                  chance of
                                                 bankruptcy                                claimed (medical) bankruptcy actually had
                                                                                           health insurance
        Poor                                                                               Having poor health insurance coverage is
      coverage
                                                                                           like trying to cure pneumonia with over-
                                                                                           the-counter cough medicine


Source: AHCJ: Association of Health Care Journalists, Andrew Van Dam, 2009 Harvard University 2005


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INADEQUATE COVERAGE EFFECTS THE MIDDLE-AGED


                                                                                                Middle aged adult
      A survey showed…


      Middle-aged Americans seem most
      worried about paying their health care bills


      Among insured individuals ages 45 to
      64, 84% were concerned health care
      costs would exceed their ability to pay                                                  84% afraid can’t pay
                                                                                                 for health care



Source: HonNews, E.J. Mundell, Most Insured adults worry about health care costs, 2009


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YOU’RE NEVER TOO YOUNG TO GO WITHOUT
INSURANCE



                            Accidents, illness and disease is inevitable
                            even for the young adult

                            Medical debt could result in…

                             Large debt load

                             Ruined credit

                             Lower standard of living

                             Moving back in with your parents

                            Are you willing to take these risks?



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IS IT POSSIBLE TO BE INSURED?


   In 2007, underinsured adults
   earning between $20- $40K spent
   10% or more of their income on
   health care


   Those earning between $40-$60K
   spent 36% of their income on                                                                               36%
   health care
                                                                                                                                 10%

                                                                                                          $40-60K               $20-40K
Source: The commonwealth fund. Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Jennifer L. Kriss, Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D., and Sheila D. Rustgi, 2008


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YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO BE UNDERINSURED



    ―Health insurance is one area where you
    simply can’t afford to be underinsured
    …remember, insurance is all about
    planning for the worst. And if you or
    anyone in your family were to ever
    develop a severe illness, you would want
    to make sure you could afford the best
    care for them‖
                     - Suze Orman, Personal finance expert




Source: Suze Orman internationally acclaimed personal finance expert : The Suze Orman Show : Will & Trust Kit : FICO Kit : Insurance Kit : Women & Money


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INADEQUATE AGENTS AND
 THE DANGEROUS PRICE
THE WRONG AGENT - SUBSTANDARD LIVING

                                                                                      Selecting the wrong agent and then obtaining
                                                                                      the wrong coverage leads to financial troubles

                                   39%                                                A study showed adults who experienced
                                                                                      medical bill problems…
         29%                                                 30%
                                                                                       29% were unable to pay for basic
                                                                                        necessities like food, heat, or rent

                                                                                       39% used their savings to pay bills
Unable to pay Used savings Took on credit
  for basic                  card debt                                                 30% took on credit card debt
 necessities


Source: The commonwealth fund. Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Jennifer L. Kriss, Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D., and Sheila D. Rustgi, 2008


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RESULTS OF THESE CHOICES - DISASTROUS

 Inadequate or no health care coverage
 Below-par quality of health and life
 Long-term illness or early death
 Emotional devastation
 Financial ruin

"The Institute of Medicine report shows the
evidence of being uninsured is stronger than ever.
People without insurance do not get the care they
need, and too many people live sicker and die
sooner as a result”
                  Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, M.D., M.B.A.
                  Robert Wood Johnson Foundation President and CEO




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INADEQUATE AGENT = UNDER PAR HOSPITALS

   Many people with inadequate health coverage go
   to community health centers to get care…
   A study showed people who attend a community
   health center will more likely deal with…
    Long waits for appointments
    Discontinued services
    Bed sores
    Infections
    Death in low risk procedures
    Out-dated or lack of necessary equipment

Source: Dewan, S. & Sack, K. A Safety-Net Hospital Falls Into Financial Crisis. The New York Times, 2008


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INADEQUATE PLANS RESULT IN OUTDATED EQUIPMENT

                                                                           Doctors agree outdated medical equipment
                                                                           such as…

                                                                            Microscopes

                                                                            X-ray machines

                                                                            Scanning machines

                                                                            Cameras

                                                                            Defibrillators

                                                                           are unsafe and put patients lives at risk
Source: ABC news, ―Old medical equipment risking patient care‖, 2006


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FACE THE HARSH REALITIES
CHANCES OF ESCAPE ARE SLIM

                                                                     In the U.S. 1 out of 3, 33% of individuals will develop…

                                                                     •   high blood pressure
                                                                     •   diabetes
                                                                     •   stroke
                                                                     •   heart attack

                                                                     • Every 34 seconds a person dies from heart
                                                                       disease
                                                                     • 50% of men and 33% of women will develop
                                                                       cancer within their lifetime
                                                                     • 25% of individuals develop asthma and allergies
Source: Webmd: Death from Heart disease, 2007; American Academy of
Allergy Asthma & Immunology, 2009; American Cancer Society, 2008.;
American Heart Assoc., 2009; Car accident statistics, 2005
REALIZE THE CONSEQUENCES

 Accidents are the top killers among
  young adults & children

 Accidents, cancer and abnormality at
  birth accounted for 63% of all deaths
  ages 5-9

 Accidents, homicide and suicide
  accounted for 76% of all deaths
  ages 15-29

 Every 13 minutes a person dies in
  an accident


Source: National Center for Health Statistics, National Vital Statistics Reports March 7, 2005; car accident statistics, 2005


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COMMON BACTERIAL INFECTION IS INEVITABLE

                                                                             Blood infection, pneumonia and middle ear
                                                                             infection is the #1 reason for children's doctor visits
                                                                             in the first few years of life

                                                                             Every year, approximately 76 million people
                                                                             become ill from disease-causing substances in food

                                                                                 Of these about 5,000 die

                                                                             Each year there is14.2 million cases of bronchitis

                                                                             Even if you escape major illness, minor illness
                                                                             requiring medical assistance is unavoidable

Source: National institute of diabetes and digestive and kidney diseases, 2009; WD, ―Statistics about acute bronchitis, 2009


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FINANCIAL CRISIS AT MEDICAID AND MEDICARE

       When Medicaid and Medicare were passed in
       1965, employment-based insurance was the
       nation’s principal source of health care coverage

       ―It was obvious, however, it could never come
       close to covering the entire population‖ - The
       people to people Health Foundation, Inc.

       Medicare is projected to be broke by 2016 or 2018

       Employment-based and government insurance are
       not enough, no one can rely on these
Source: Enthoven, A. & Fuchs, V. (2006). Employment-Based Health Insurance: Past, Present, And Future. Health Affairs, 25(6), 1538-1547. Retrieved November 10, 2008 from Proquest;
Bush, H. (2007). Florida Forecast: Partly Cloudy. Hospitals & Health Networks, 81(12), 40-2, 44, 1. Retrieved November 10, 2008 from ProQuest


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WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED?


Going without or having inadequate health
insurance is tied to too many unknowns...



It is a risk you should not take no matter what
age or how healthy you are…



The only definitive result of lack of coverage
is DISASTER




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THERE ARE OPTIONS FOR RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS WHO…
 Understand there is a moral
  responsibility in health insurance
  choices
 Understand the link between
  protecting the quality of their lives
  and adequate health insurance
 Understand the risks of being
  uninsured or underinsured
 Are responsible and want to control
  their healthcare decisions
 Want the most cost-effective, best
  coverage for their situation
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
HEALTH BENEFITS OF HAVING INSURANCE

                                       Children with health insurance…
                                        Are more likely to be healthy
                                              healthier children do better in school
                                        Miss less days from school
                                        Are more likely to be treated for ear
                                         infections, reducing the likelihood of
                                         lifelong hearing loss
                                        Are more likely to receive basic medical
                                         care for asthma and experience far less
                                         asthma-related attacks and emergency
                                         room visits
Source: HealthPac online, 2009


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IT’S MORE COSTLY NOT TO HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE


    ―Some sort of illness hits everyone eventually, but
    many diseases - when caught early - can be
    nipped in the bud and full health returned… it’s
    important to visit your doctor on a regular
    schedule - at least annually or possibly more
    often as you get older. If detected soon
    enough, a full cure will more likely occur… Either
    invest a relatively small amount (in which may be
    covered 100% by insurance) in order to stay in
    good health, or pay a huge amount later to treat
    the disease that is bound to eventually hit us‖
                                      - World Research Foundation


Source: World Research Foundation, 2009


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INSURANCE                                    IS KEY TO SAVING YOU MONEY



                                                                                      A study by the Institute of Medicine shows
                                                                                      the average uninsured American would gain
                                                                                      between $1,645 and $3,280 annually if
                                                                                      they were insured


                                                                                      The money represents the value, in
                                                                                      dollars, a person is missing out on in terms
                                                                                      of health care by not having insurance


                                                                                      Having insurance saves you money and
                                                                                      more importantly saves your health

Source: Tribtotal media, ―Lack of adequate health insurance costs the nation., 2003


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HEALTH INSURANCE                                         – NAMED AS A LEADING
            HEALTH INDICATOR


 Uninsured patients are 1.6 times more
  likely to die in 5 years from cancer than
  those with private insurance


 ―Health insurance provides access to health
 care. People with health insurance are more
 likely to have a primary care provider and
 receive appropriate preventative care such
 as a recent Pap test, immunization, or early
 prenatal care‖
                                  - Healthy People 2010 Campaign



Source: Healthy people 2010, 2009; American Cancer Society, 2007


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HEALTH INSURANCE PREVENTS ILLNESS

                                                                     Adults with health insurance are twice as likely to
                                                                     receive a routine checkup than those without


                                                                      Mammograms in women over the age of 50 result
                     99%                                               in 20-30% reduction in breast cancer deaths


                                                                      Early detection of skin cancer results in a 99%
                                                                       survival rate


                                                                      Early detection of prostate cancer results in a
                                      100%
                                                                       100% survival rate
Source: American cancer society, 2008; ―Healthy people 2010‖, 2009


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INSURED WOMEN VS. UNINSURED

   Women without insurance are twice as likely to             Late cancer stage diagnosis
   be diagnosed in late stages of cancer than
   those with insurance                                         30%

    Only 38.1% of uninsured women receive a
     mammogram compared to…

             74.5% with private insurance                                        15%

    20-30% of uninsured women were
     diagnosed with stage III or IV breast cancer
     compared to…

             15% with private insurance
                                                              Uninsured          Insured

Source: American cancer society, 2007


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INSURED MEN VS. UNINSURED

                      5 year survival rate
                  66%                                           Only 50% of uninsured patients survive
                                                                colon cancer for 5 years compared to…
                                              50%
                                                                          66% with private insurance

                                                                Only 14% of uninsured men ages 50 to
                                                                64 receive a prostate cancer examination
                                                                compared to…

                                                                         37.1% with private insurance

         With insurance                 Without insurance

Source: American cancer society, 2007


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UNDERSTAND…
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER

            Health
          insurance
INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE - EDUCATE YOURSELF


Approximately 90% of health-insurance
shoppers fail to fully read enrollment and
coverage materials

That means 90% of individuals do not fully
understand their coverages including…

 Out-of-pocket expenses
 Deductibles
 Co-payment
 Co-insurance                                                                                 90% failed to educate
                                                                                                    themselves
This can be costly as well as deadly

Source: How to make the best choices for your health benefits. Medmutual.com, 2009


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THE INNER WORKINGS OF                                       HEALTH INSURANCE


                                                       Imagine you have a $100,000 heart surgery
                            Surgery
                             $50K                      that is covered by your insurance plan that
                                                       has a…

                              Room                      $2,500 annual deductible
                              $25K
                                                        20% coinsurance after deductible
                           Dr. Fees                     $2,000 out-of-pocket limit per year
                            $25K
                                                        $5 million lifetime maximum

                              Total                    You would be responsible for $4,500
                             $100K

Source: EHI, ―How does health insurance work?‖, 2009


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UNDERSTANDING CO-INSURANCE & OUT-OF-
            POCKET EXPENSES


 After the deductible is paid the insurance
 company typically pays a percentage of the
 bill, known as coinsurance…
                                                                              $100K
 For a health insurance plan with 20%                                          Bill
 coinsurance, the insurance company will
 pay 80% of the covered expenses
                                                                              $2,500
 You become responsible for the remaining                                      client
                                                                             deductible
 20% until your out-of-pocket limit is reached
                                                                    80%
                                                                                           20%
                                                                  covered
                                                                                          out-of-
                                                                     by
                                                                                          pocket
                                                                 insurance
Source: EHI, ―How does health insurance work?‖, 2009


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THE BENEFITS OF HEALTH INSURANCE –
            BREAKING IT DOWN

                                                                   For a $100K heart surgery you will pay…
          Out of pocket cost for $100K surgery
                                                                    $2,500 for the deductible
                                                  $100,000          $2,000 for the coinsurance
                                                                   Making your total cost
                                                                    $4500
                                                                   The insurance company will pay…
                                                                    $95,500
                $3,500
                                                                   Which scenario do you prefer…
         With Insurance                    Without Insurance       Paying $100,000 or $4500, having insurance will
                                                                   determine which dollar amount you end up with
Source: EHI, ―How does health insurance work?‖, 2009


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THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

An individual with a long history of medical
complications…
 may have a hard time finding individual coverage
 should expect their premium to be higher

The higher the deductible the lower your premium
will be
 a high deductible will protect you from
    catastrophic events

If somebody offers you an insurance benefit solution
that looks too good to be true, then it’s likely it’s to
good to be true


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WHAT DOES A TOP QUALIFIED
HEALTH INSURANCE AGENCY
       LOOK LIKE?
TOP-QUALIFIED AGENCIES…


 Understand your needs come first in regards to
  coverage and premium

 Provide the largest doctor and hospital networks

 Have educated and experienced career agents (no
  part-time agents)

 Extend their service beyond the sale

 Must have a long record of successful results

 Utilize a wide choice of trusted premier carriers

 Have large lifetime maximums


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TOP QUALIFIED AGENTS ARE CRITICAL


                            When insurance companies pay out more in claims
                            than they receive in premiums and/or medical and
                            operating expenses rise, your premiums go up

                            Top-qualified insurance companies collaborate
                            with top-qualified agencies to provide satisfactory
                            coverage in a cost-effective manner

                            “In order for individuals, families and business
                            owners to make informed decisions regarding their
                            health coverage, they need accurate information
                            on both price and quality of service providers”
                                                                   - NASE

Source: NASE, 2009


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TOP AGENTS ARE WELL ESTABLISHED



 Finding an agent that has been in
 business for at least five years and is
 there for the long haul is vital


 You never know what the future will bring


 Having the right insurance agent will
 result in the right insurance plan for
 you, giving you peace of mind


Source: insuranceagents.com, 2009


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TAKE THE NEXT STEP…



            Bring yourself peace of mind by…




 Facing                                      Employing   Obtaining
                Educating
 harsh                                         a top      the right
                 yourself                                coverage
realities                                      agent




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THE CRISIS


Having an under qualified agent will result in…

 Inadequate or no health care coverage

 Below-par quality of health and life

 Long-term illness or early death

 Emotional devastation

 Financial ruin



                                                  60
THE RESOLUTION

                  Face the reality of your risk


                  Invest in your future through
                   education about health
                   insurance benefits


                  Understand how insurance
                   companies work


                  Understand how to select an
                   agent and company to work with


                                                    61
THE SOLUTION

 Have and retain a good quality of life

 Peace of mind that securing your
  future health and assets brings

 Able to leave a legacy

 Able to enjoy your family & other
  close relationships

 Feel good about being a responsible
  human being




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INTRODUCING
As a trusted guide we educate our
clients, empowering them to make
intelligent and informed decisions that fit
their benefit package to their lifestyle. We
are committed to this journey of proactively
helping them navigate their ever changing
needs and protect their lifestyle throughout
their lifetime
OUR COMPANY’S
PHILOSOPHY & CULTURE


What is your philosophy
What is your business culture like?
Friendliness, customer centered…
Etc.
UNIQUE SOLUTIONS
 We have over 70 million policy holders
 We have one of the largest doctor and hospital networks
  available
 We’ve been in business since 1892
 We have a wide choice of trusted premier carriers
 We have career agents that are here to stay
 We have a wealth of knowledge with a deep understanding of
  both national and regional issues
 We are easily accessible
 We have the largest lifetime maximums
 We are a Managing General Agency (MGA)
 We are here when things go wrong or you have questions
 Our service extends beyond the sale
 We put our client’s best interests first
 We represent two of the strongest HSA companies in the
  country including one of the companies that helped design the
  HSA concept
TOP QUALIFIED AGENTS


 What do you want your customers
 to know about your staff…
 Professionalism
 Length of time with company
 Experience levels
 Etc.
CLIENT SATISFACTION

Written by All About Health Insurance
Should include the following:
Your guarantee
Your assurances
Etc.
TESTIMONIALS

"Cathleen Torisi was not only
generous with her time in explaining
the various pros and cons of each of
the plans under review, her
knowledge and expertise were
invaluable in helping us make the
right choice. Anytime we had a
follow-up question on our policy, she
was more than happy to answer it.‖
     - Brian McCallen, Golf/Travel Specialist
Protect your family…

Protect your future…

Utilize a company that will make this happen…

             CALL NOW
    000-000-0000
                  Or visit
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What you don't know about your health insurance can kill you!

  • 1. What you don’t know about your health insurance can kill you! Poor health insurance choices are endangering you, your family and your lifestyle
  • 2. HOW MANY LIVES HAVE BEEN TAKEN? According to the Urban Institute analysis, from 2000 to 2006, 137,000 people died because they were uninsured This is due to people delaying or going without needed medical care Source: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, ―Uninsured and dying because of it.‖ 2008 Copyright 2009 2
  • 3. UNRELIABLE INSURANCE = HEALTH RISK Nearly 1.3 million full-time workers lost their health insurance in 2006 In 2007, 37 million large and small business workers were uninsured because health benefits were not offered Source: National coalition on health care, 2009 Copyright 2009 3
  • 4. ALARMING TRUTHS OF NO COVERAGE
  • 5. THE FACTS ARE FRIGHTENING It is estimated 46 million Americans do not have health insurance 46M 40% A staggering 60% or 24 million of Americans are not insured relative to self-employment or working for a 24M small business Total Self-employed/small business Source: NASE, 2009 Copyright 2009 5
  • 6. SMALL BUSINESS EMPLOYEES PAY MORE An employee in a firm with less than 10 employees pays 18% more for health insurance than a worker in a firm with 200 or more Healthcare costs are continuing to rise for small businesses causing many to become uninsured Having no or inadequate insurance will result in a price you never want to pay Source: NASE, 2009 Copyright 2009 6
  • 7. SELF EMPLOYED – HIGHER RISK FACTORS A study showed… 45%  45% of small business owners are using 40% 39% credit cards to finance their business  40% are using commercial loans or credit lines (often guaranteed by personal assets)  39% are using their personal assets 12%  12% are using home equity financing Risk for the self employed is extremely high, you’re health shouldn’t be part of it Credit cards Credit lines Personal assets Home equity Source: Business Week.com October 26, 2008, AllBusiness.com Copyright 2009 7
  • 8. SELF EMPLOYED HAVE MORE TO LOSE  60% of small business owners operate as sole proprietorships Which means… if the business fails the owner is personally liable for the debt 60% When you’re self employed you have more to lose… You’re business You’re assets You’re health Source: P. Reynolds, Entrepreneurship in the U.S., Miami, Florida International University, 2004 Copyright 2009 8
  • 9. EMPLOYMENT BASED INSURANCE TANKS Employment is no longer a guarantee of health insurance coverage A rising reliance on part-time and contract workers means fewer workers have access to employer-sponsored health insurance The number of uninsured rose 2.2 million between 2005 and 2006, and has increased by approximately 8 million since 2000 Source: National coalition on health care, 2009 Copyright 2009 9
  • 10. UNEMPLOYED BECOMES UNINSURED Unemployment rates Employment based insurance simply is not enough From 2007 to 2009, 5.1 million Americans have lost their jobs In March 2009, the unemployment rate sky rocketed to 8.5%, the highest it’s been since 1983 2006 2007 2008 Mar-09 Oct. By Oct. 2009 it is projected to be10.3% 2009 Source: Department of Labor. ―The employment situation.‖ March 2009; The financial forecast center, 2009 Copyright 2009 10
  • 11. UNINSURED WILL CONTINUE TO GROW Increases in unemployment during the recession have grown the number of uninsured people by 3.7 million working- age adults A study by the University of California at Berkeley researchers found… Even if the economy fully recovers, the number of uninsured working age adults will grow by 4.2 million by the end of 2012 Source: UC Berkley labor center, As Congress debates health care reform proposals in President Obama’s budget, new report documents the impact on health coverage of NOT implementing health-care reform, 2009 Copyright 2009 11
  • 12. THE YOUNG ADULT IS BEING HIT THE HARDEST A national 2009 survey for young adults ages 18 to 29 showed:  19% are unemployed or looking for work  41% have been affected by cuts in wages or hours  23% have recently lost health insurance  Over 50% have lost their health coverage within the last five years Because of scarce wages and difficult times…  20% are delaying, leaving college or Volatile times call for critical transferring to a less expensive school decisions – going without insurance is not an option  22% are postponing marriage or waiting to start a family Source: PR newswire, April. 2009 Copyright 2009 12
  • 13. THE UNINSURED MIDDLE AGED ADULT Uninsured 18% The number of uninsured middle aged adults is increasing every day… 13% In 2006,  18% ages 35-44  13% ages 45-54 were uninsured Ages 35-44 Ages 45-64 Source: CDC: Health insurance coverage: Early release of Health insurance estimates, 2006 Copyright 2009 13
  • 14. DEATH – THE ULTIMATE CONSEQUENCE In 2008, an alarming 9 million children 24 min = went uninsured 1 death Every 24 minutes someone dies in the US, because they were uninsured and Every could not get the medical help they 24 hrs = 6 hrs = 60 deaths 24 minutes 15 death needed death occurs The consequence of risking your own life or the lives of your children is too 12 hrs = great 30 people Source: Cover Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Cover The Uninsured Oct 2008; BC Culture, What’s your excuse? Dave Nalle, 2006 Copyright 2009 14
  • 15. INJURIES – NOT IF BUT WHEN Something as minor as a broken bone can cost $5000 in hospital charges A knee replacement costs nearly $16,000 A complicated heart surgery will cost close to $200,000 and typically the hospital requires $100,000 up front Not being insured only saves you today’s premiums… it may wipe-out tomorrow’s financial future Source: Forbes.com, Forbes, Steve, ―Open heart survery—90% off..‖, 2007; BC Culture, What’s your excuse? Dave Nalle, 2006 Copyright 2009 15
  • 16. CAR INSURANCE MAY NOT COVER YOUR INJURIES If your car insurance limits are too low, you could be putting yourself in financial risk If you’re seriously injured, making payment could force you to…  Liquidate property  Savings  Other assets  Future earnings Source: Carinsurance.com, 2009 Copyright 2009 16
  • 17. UNINSURED CHILDREN SUFFER 10.7% of all children in the U.S. are uninsured Uninsured children are less likely to receive 50% wellness check-ups, immunizations, and dental care 50% of uninsured children did not receive a wellness checkup in 2003, compared to 26% of insured children Source: National coalition on health care, 2009; HealthPAC online 2009 Copyright 2009 17
  • 18. RESULTS OF UNINSURED CHILDREN Approximately 20% of uninsured children do not receive recommended immunizations Receive immunizations Immunizations is a proven tool for controlling and even eliminating infectious diseases such as…  Smallpox, in it’s prime threatened 60% of the world's 20% population and killed every 4th victim don’t  Measles, remains a leading cause of death among young children globally • Approximately, 197,000 deaths occurred in 2007, mostly children 5 & under  Polio is a highly contagious disease which can lead to paralysis or even death • In 1952, there were approximately 60,000 cases These diseases are just as real and dangerous to the with more than 3,000 deaths in the U.S. Source: HealthPAC online 2009; WHO: Benefits of immunizations, 2009; Kids health, Polio, 2009 20% as they were in 1952 Copyright 2009 18
  • 19. EXPERTS AGREE: NO ONE SHOULD BE UNCOVERED Over 15 million people ages 18 to 34 live without medical coverage "I strongly advise that no one go without health insurance, even for a few months. You're exposing yourself to a major financial expense that can take years to recover from or ruin your credit history. In fact, lack of medical insurance is the No. 1 reason cited by people who file for personal bankruptcy‖ - Ray Martin, Finance expert/counselor Source: CBS News, ―Health insurance for young adults.‖ 2006 Copyright 2009 19
  • 20. THE HIDDEN DANGERS OF POOR COVERAGE
  • 21. RISK IS INCREASING… In 2008, more than 33% of micro-business owners did not offer health insurance 46% Of the 46% that do offer health insurance, only 18.6% cover full-time employees This is a major decline from 2005, when 46.2% 18% reported covering full-time employees It is up to you to protect yourself 2008 2005 Source: NASE, 2009 Copyright 2009 21
  • 22. UNDERINSURED ARE IN DANGER The number of underinsured adults has hit unprecedented rates… 2003 In 2007 it approached 25 million adults compared to the 16 million in 2003 Many adults just don’t 2007 understand coverage really is a possibility Source: The commonwealth fund. Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Jennifer L. Kriss, Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D., and Sheila D. Rustgi, 2008 Copyright 2009 22
  • 23. MASSIVE MEDICAL DEBTS - A COSTLY DANGER Results of being underinsured… In 2007… • 71 million working-age adults reported a problem paying their medical bills • 7 million adults 65 or older reported medical debt problems • Nearly 49 million said they were paying off long-term medical debt Source: The commonwealth fund. Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Jennifer L. Kriss, Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D., and Sheila D. Rustgi, 2008 Copyright 2009 23
  • 24. BANKRUPTCY – THE ULTIMATE FINANCIAL DANGER A Harvard University study analyzed 1,700 bankruptcies across the United States Medical problems 50% were related to medical financial problems High An astonishing, 75% of the individuals who chance of bankruptcy claimed (medical) bankruptcy actually had health insurance Poor Having poor health insurance coverage is coverage like trying to cure pneumonia with over- the-counter cough medicine Source: AHCJ: Association of Health Care Journalists, Andrew Van Dam, 2009 Harvard University 2005 Copyright 2009 24
  • 25. INADEQUATE COVERAGE EFFECTS THE MIDDLE-AGED Middle aged adult A survey showed… Middle-aged Americans seem most worried about paying their health care bills Among insured individuals ages 45 to 64, 84% were concerned health care costs would exceed their ability to pay 84% afraid can’t pay for health care Source: HonNews, E.J. Mundell, Most Insured adults worry about health care costs, 2009 Copyright 2009 25
  • 26. YOU’RE NEVER TOO YOUNG TO GO WITHOUT INSURANCE Accidents, illness and disease is inevitable even for the young adult Medical debt could result in…  Large debt load  Ruined credit  Lower standard of living  Moving back in with your parents Are you willing to take these risks? Copyright 2009 26
  • 27. IS IT POSSIBLE TO BE INSURED? In 2007, underinsured adults earning between $20- $40K spent 10% or more of their income on health care Those earning between $40-$60K spent 36% of their income on 36% health care 10% $40-60K $20-40K Source: The commonwealth fund. Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Jennifer L. Kriss, Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D., and Sheila D. Rustgi, 2008 Copyright 2009 27
  • 28. YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO BE UNDERINSURED ―Health insurance is one area where you simply can’t afford to be underinsured …remember, insurance is all about planning for the worst. And if you or anyone in your family were to ever develop a severe illness, you would want to make sure you could afford the best care for them‖ - Suze Orman, Personal finance expert Source: Suze Orman internationally acclaimed personal finance expert : The Suze Orman Show : Will & Trust Kit : FICO Kit : Insurance Kit : Women & Money Copyright 2009 28
  • 29. INADEQUATE AGENTS AND THE DANGEROUS PRICE
  • 30. THE WRONG AGENT - SUBSTANDARD LIVING Selecting the wrong agent and then obtaining the wrong coverage leads to financial troubles 39% A study showed adults who experienced medical bill problems… 29% 30%  29% were unable to pay for basic necessities like food, heat, or rent  39% used their savings to pay bills Unable to pay Used savings Took on credit for basic card debt  30% took on credit card debt necessities Source: The commonwealth fund. Sara R. Collins, Ph.D., Jennifer L. Kriss, Michelle M. Doty, Ph.D., and Sheila D. Rustgi, 2008 Copyright 2009 30
  • 31. RESULTS OF THESE CHOICES - DISASTROUS  Inadequate or no health care coverage  Below-par quality of health and life  Long-term illness or early death  Emotional devastation  Financial ruin "The Institute of Medicine report shows the evidence of being uninsured is stronger than ever. People without insurance do not get the care they need, and too many people live sicker and die sooner as a result” Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, M.D., M.B.A. Robert Wood Johnson Foundation President and CEO Copyright 2009 31
  • 32. INADEQUATE AGENT = UNDER PAR HOSPITALS Many people with inadequate health coverage go to community health centers to get care… A study showed people who attend a community health center will more likely deal with…  Long waits for appointments  Discontinued services  Bed sores  Infections  Death in low risk procedures  Out-dated or lack of necessary equipment Source: Dewan, S. & Sack, K. A Safety-Net Hospital Falls Into Financial Crisis. The New York Times, 2008 Copyright 2009 32
  • 33. INADEQUATE PLANS RESULT IN OUTDATED EQUIPMENT Doctors agree outdated medical equipment such as…  Microscopes  X-ray machines  Scanning machines  Cameras  Defibrillators are unsafe and put patients lives at risk Source: ABC news, ―Old medical equipment risking patient care‖, 2006 Copyright 2009 33
  • 34. FACE THE HARSH REALITIES
  • 35. CHANCES OF ESCAPE ARE SLIM In the U.S. 1 out of 3, 33% of individuals will develop… • high blood pressure • diabetes • stroke • heart attack • Every 34 seconds a person dies from heart disease • 50% of men and 33% of women will develop cancer within their lifetime • 25% of individuals develop asthma and allergies Source: Webmd: Death from Heart disease, 2007; American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology, 2009; American Cancer Society, 2008.; American Heart Assoc., 2009; Car accident statistics, 2005
  • 36. REALIZE THE CONSEQUENCES  Accidents are the top killers among young adults & children  Accidents, cancer and abnormality at birth accounted for 63% of all deaths ages 5-9  Accidents, homicide and suicide accounted for 76% of all deaths ages 15-29  Every 13 minutes a person dies in an accident Source: National Center for Health Statistics, National Vital Statistics Reports March 7, 2005; car accident statistics, 2005 Copyright 2009 36
  • 37. COMMON BACTERIAL INFECTION IS INEVITABLE Blood infection, pneumonia and middle ear infection is the #1 reason for children's doctor visits in the first few years of life Every year, approximately 76 million people become ill from disease-causing substances in food  Of these about 5,000 die Each year there is14.2 million cases of bronchitis Even if you escape major illness, minor illness requiring medical assistance is unavoidable Source: National institute of diabetes and digestive and kidney diseases, 2009; WD, ―Statistics about acute bronchitis, 2009 Copyright 2009 37
  • 38. FINANCIAL CRISIS AT MEDICAID AND MEDICARE When Medicaid and Medicare were passed in 1965, employment-based insurance was the nation’s principal source of health care coverage ―It was obvious, however, it could never come close to covering the entire population‖ - The people to people Health Foundation, Inc. Medicare is projected to be broke by 2016 or 2018 Employment-based and government insurance are not enough, no one can rely on these Source: Enthoven, A. & Fuchs, V. (2006). Employment-Based Health Insurance: Past, Present, And Future. Health Affairs, 25(6), 1538-1547. Retrieved November 10, 2008 from Proquest; Bush, H. (2007). Florida Forecast: Partly Cloudy. Hospitals & Health Networks, 81(12), 40-2, 44, 1. Retrieved November 10, 2008 from ProQuest Copyright 2009 38
  • 39. WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED? Going without or having inadequate health insurance is tied to too many unknowns... It is a risk you should not take no matter what age or how healthy you are… The only definitive result of lack of coverage is DISASTER 39
  • 40. THERE ARE OPTIONS FOR RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS WHO…  Understand there is a moral responsibility in health insurance choices  Understand the link between protecting the quality of their lives and adequate health insurance  Understand the risks of being uninsured or underinsured  Are responsible and want to control their healthcare decisions  Want the most cost-effective, best coverage for their situation
  • 41. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
  • 42. HEALTH BENEFITS OF HAVING INSURANCE Children with health insurance…  Are more likely to be healthy  healthier children do better in school  Miss less days from school  Are more likely to be treated for ear infections, reducing the likelihood of lifelong hearing loss  Are more likely to receive basic medical care for asthma and experience far less asthma-related attacks and emergency room visits Source: HealthPac online, 2009 Copyright 2009 42
  • 43. IT’S MORE COSTLY NOT TO HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE ―Some sort of illness hits everyone eventually, but many diseases - when caught early - can be nipped in the bud and full health returned… it’s important to visit your doctor on a regular schedule - at least annually or possibly more often as you get older. If detected soon enough, a full cure will more likely occur… Either invest a relatively small amount (in which may be covered 100% by insurance) in order to stay in good health, or pay a huge amount later to treat the disease that is bound to eventually hit us‖ - World Research Foundation Source: World Research Foundation, 2009 Copyright 2009 43
  • 44. INSURANCE IS KEY TO SAVING YOU MONEY A study by the Institute of Medicine shows the average uninsured American would gain between $1,645 and $3,280 annually if they were insured The money represents the value, in dollars, a person is missing out on in terms of health care by not having insurance Having insurance saves you money and more importantly saves your health Source: Tribtotal media, ―Lack of adequate health insurance costs the nation., 2003 Copyright 2009 44
  • 45. HEALTH INSURANCE – NAMED AS A LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR  Uninsured patients are 1.6 times more likely to die in 5 years from cancer than those with private insurance ―Health insurance provides access to health care. People with health insurance are more likely to have a primary care provider and receive appropriate preventative care such as a recent Pap test, immunization, or early prenatal care‖ - Healthy People 2010 Campaign Source: Healthy people 2010, 2009; American Cancer Society, 2007 Copyright 2009 45
  • 46. HEALTH INSURANCE PREVENTS ILLNESS Adults with health insurance are twice as likely to receive a routine checkup than those without  Mammograms in women over the age of 50 result 99% in 20-30% reduction in breast cancer deaths  Early detection of skin cancer results in a 99% survival rate  Early detection of prostate cancer results in a 100% 100% survival rate Source: American cancer society, 2008; ―Healthy people 2010‖, 2009 Copyright 2009 46
  • 47. INSURED WOMEN VS. UNINSURED Women without insurance are twice as likely to Late cancer stage diagnosis be diagnosed in late stages of cancer than those with insurance 30%  Only 38.1% of uninsured women receive a mammogram compared to…  74.5% with private insurance 15%  20-30% of uninsured women were diagnosed with stage III or IV breast cancer compared to…  15% with private insurance Uninsured Insured Source: American cancer society, 2007 Copyright 2009 47
  • 48. INSURED MEN VS. UNINSURED 5 year survival rate 66% Only 50% of uninsured patients survive colon cancer for 5 years compared to… 50%  66% with private insurance Only 14% of uninsured men ages 50 to 64 receive a prostate cancer examination compared to… 37.1% with private insurance With insurance Without insurance Source: American cancer society, 2007 Copyright 2009 48
  • 50. INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE - EDUCATE YOURSELF Approximately 90% of health-insurance shoppers fail to fully read enrollment and coverage materials That means 90% of individuals do not fully understand their coverages including…  Out-of-pocket expenses  Deductibles  Co-payment  Co-insurance 90% failed to educate themselves This can be costly as well as deadly Source: How to make the best choices for your health benefits. Medmutual.com, 2009 Copyright 2009 9
  • 51. THE INNER WORKINGS OF HEALTH INSURANCE Imagine you have a $100,000 heart surgery Surgery $50K that is covered by your insurance plan that has a… Room  $2,500 annual deductible $25K  20% coinsurance after deductible Dr. Fees  $2,000 out-of-pocket limit per year $25K  $5 million lifetime maximum Total You would be responsible for $4,500 $100K Source: EHI, ―How does health insurance work?‖, 2009 Copyright 2009 51
  • 52. UNDERSTANDING CO-INSURANCE & OUT-OF- POCKET EXPENSES After the deductible is paid the insurance company typically pays a percentage of the bill, known as coinsurance… $100K For a health insurance plan with 20% Bill coinsurance, the insurance company will pay 80% of the covered expenses $2,500 You become responsible for the remaining client deductible 20% until your out-of-pocket limit is reached 80% 20% covered out-of- by pocket insurance Source: EHI, ―How does health insurance work?‖, 2009 Copyright 2009 52
  • 53. THE BENEFITS OF HEALTH INSURANCE – BREAKING IT DOWN For a $100K heart surgery you will pay… Out of pocket cost for $100K surgery  $2,500 for the deductible $100,000  $2,000 for the coinsurance Making your total cost  $4500 The insurance company will pay…  $95,500 $3,500 Which scenario do you prefer… With Insurance Without Insurance Paying $100,000 or $4500, having insurance will determine which dollar amount you end up with Source: EHI, ―How does health insurance work?‖, 2009 Copyright 2009 53
  • 54. THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW An individual with a long history of medical complications…  may have a hard time finding individual coverage  should expect their premium to be higher The higher the deductible the lower your premium will be  a high deductible will protect you from catastrophic events If somebody offers you an insurance benefit solution that looks too good to be true, then it’s likely it’s to good to be true Copyright 2009 54
  • 55. WHAT DOES A TOP QUALIFIED HEALTH INSURANCE AGENCY LOOK LIKE?
  • 56. TOP-QUALIFIED AGENCIES…  Understand your needs come first in regards to coverage and premium  Provide the largest doctor and hospital networks  Have educated and experienced career agents (no part-time agents)  Extend their service beyond the sale  Must have a long record of successful results  Utilize a wide choice of trusted premier carriers  Have large lifetime maximums Copyright 2009 56
  • 57. TOP QUALIFIED AGENTS ARE CRITICAL When insurance companies pay out more in claims than they receive in premiums and/or medical and operating expenses rise, your premiums go up Top-qualified insurance companies collaborate with top-qualified agencies to provide satisfactory coverage in a cost-effective manner “In order for individuals, families and business owners to make informed decisions regarding their health coverage, they need accurate information on both price and quality of service providers” - NASE Source: NASE, 2009 Copyright 2009 57
  • 58. TOP AGENTS ARE WELL ESTABLISHED Finding an agent that has been in business for at least five years and is there for the long haul is vital You never know what the future will bring Having the right insurance agent will result in the right insurance plan for you, giving you peace of mind Source: insuranceagents.com, 2009 Copyright 2009 58
  • 59. TAKE THE NEXT STEP… Bring yourself peace of mind by… Facing Employing Obtaining Educating harsh a top the right yourself coverage realities agent Copyright 2009 59
  • 60. THE CRISIS Having an under qualified agent will result in…  Inadequate or no health care coverage  Below-par quality of health and life  Long-term illness or early death  Emotional devastation  Financial ruin 60
  • 61. THE RESOLUTION  Face the reality of your risk  Invest in your future through education about health insurance benefits  Understand how insurance companies work  Understand how to select an agent and company to work with 61
  • 62. THE SOLUTION  Have and retain a good quality of life  Peace of mind that securing your future health and assets brings  Able to leave a legacy  Able to enjoy your family & other close relationships  Feel good about being a responsible human being 62
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