Archive for August, 2008

Can HMO’S cancel coverage on a minor with a life threatening illness at the age of 18?

Friday, August 29th, 2008

toysales asked: My son was diagnosed with papalomas of the vocal cords at six months of age. Since then he has had over 80 surguries every 2 to 3 months. He may grow out of this when he reaches puperty. He is now 14 years old my fear is what ...

How much money are the HMO’s giving Hillary?

Thursday, August 28th, 2008

Incognito asked: $4 million? Is she planning to have everyone be under for-profit HMO Healthcare? Is that what she means by Univeral Healthcare? The ROCK- That's the problem with this country. Our next president is not just an answer to ourr current one. I fantasize too, Hillary will be president and Republican ...

Anyone know a doc that prescibes suboxone in NW Indiana area that will accept my HMO insurance?

Thursday, August 28th, 2008

2NewHips asked: I'm trying to get treatment for a vicodin addiction and I've decided to go with suboxone but I'm having a hard time finding a physician in my "network" .Douglas

Does anyone know a good way to add a primary care doctor to my HMO who is “closed/not accepting new patients”?

Thursday, August 28th, 2008

monicow asked: I'm trying to add a specific pediatrician as my daughter's Primary Care Physician, but online it states that she is "closed and not accepting new patients." Does anyone know a good way to get around this and add the doctor? Begging? Saying you were referred? Thanks!Martha

What does it mean when someone calls you an hmo?

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

Coop asked: My friend called me an hmo and I have no idea what the heck that is and she won't tell me. She said it was like a goal or a purpose but I'm not buying it. How could I be a goal or a purpose?? Some one help! My ...

Has anyone had success in their HMO covering breast reduction and lift?

Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

Nancy D. asked: Also, has anyone used James R. Payne MD, located in Modesto, Califonia? Opinions, experience and cost--what did you think?Ann

what does HMO license mean when house buying?

Monday, August 25th, 2008

badcat asked: searching for a flat/house and a few say has HMO license,what does this mean for me?Lillie

Should I select COBRA or standard HMO through the state of MA?

Monday, August 25th, 2008

Learning2 asked: I have the option of COBRA with subsidy for my old group health plan (somewhat expensive for me now) or a standard Blue Cross HMO for free. The BCBS HMO only lasts ten months versus the 18 months COBRA lasts. This is in Massachusetts. I can't really pay ...

How can I tell if my insurance is a PPO or HMO?

Thursday, August 21st, 2008

Wonderment asked: The insurance coverage is under my step-dad who is out of the country and I don't speak to much, we are still waiting for the insurance to kick it at his new job... It is Blue Cross Blue Sheild, is there an easy way to tell if it's an ...

What is the difference between hmo’s and ppo’s?

Wednesday, August 20th, 2008

C asked: I am looking for medical insurance and I want to find the best plan. I want to find a really good insurance for a price that will not break me every month.Tonya