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If the poor economy has cost you your job, and you don’t have health insurance, it can be challenging to find good coverage that’s affordable. I think it’s a mistake though, to base your decision for coverage simply on cost alone. Good health insurance is one of the most important things you need for you and your family, so take some time to get it right.

First of all, know the details of the plan.  Start by deciding who should be covered. Should it be just yourself or you and your spouse? If you have children what about them? After you decide who needs to be covered ask yourself some questions about health insurance policies.

What do they cover or not cover?

How much are the deductibles?

How much are the co-payments?

Who can you choose for a primary care physician?

What are the costs in network, versus out of network?

Are there coverage caps-if so how much?

After  you understand some of the information regarding health  insurance, the next step is to get some  quotes from several different companies and agents. An online referral service can make the process much easier . All you have to do is type in your age and Zip Code  and you will be presented with many options.  Your age, income, and health,  will narrow the options , with monthly premiums ranging from $100 to $1,000.

Next meet with an agent or two that you have a quote from. Keep in mind their job is to sell you a policy. Don’t be pressured into buying right away. Ask the agent for a copy of the policy to look over and tell them you’ll get back after you review it. Also ask if there is anything unusual in the policy that you should look for.

Take the policy home and look it over.  Although reading insurance an insurance policy isn’t the most exciting thing , it’s necessary if you are going to have all the facts. Pay attention to exclusions, policy maximums, and other inclusions requiring high out of pocket expense.

Once you have the facts, contact the agents who you met with and ask them tough questions about the policies. Insist on straight answers and get all the details on each policy. When you feel confident that you understand the policies, and are satisfied with the answers to your questions, you’re ready to purchase health insurance.