Q&A

Can you lose medical benefits?

Can you lose medical benefits?

Yes, losing health coverage such as Medi-Cal is considered a qualifying event that would trigger a special enrollment period. Other qualifying events include: Permanently moved to/within California.

What is a medical or health benefit?

Medical health benefits include the entire medical care that a person requires in order to preserve, promote, and restore one’s health. Medical benefits offer additional medical and surgical services like: Physical therapy. Surgeries.

What’s the minimum income for Medi-Cal?

You are 19-64 years old and your family’s income is at or below 138% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) ($17,774 for an individual; $36,570 for a family of four)….Income-based Medi-Cal.

Your family size: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Subsidized private plans, reduced fees (250% FPG) $31,900

Who benefits from Obamacare?

Pros

  • More Americans have health insurance.
  • Health insurance is more affordable for many people.
  • People with preexisting health conditions can no longer be denied coverage.
  • No time limits exist on care.
  • More screenings are covered.
  • Prescription drugs cost less.

    What makes a good health and benefits consulting company?

    Drive to quality: Help your employees get the care they need when they need it. At the same time, protect your bottom line by leveraging tools that provide a wide-angle view of developing challenges. Personalize the experience: Use data and analytics in completely new ways to personalize health and benefits.

    How long does a company have to offer extended medical benefits?

    The federal government requires that companies with 20 or more employees continue to provide extended medical benefits to former employees (and their families) for up to 18 months (sometimes longer). States may have additional requirements for extended medical benefits.

    Is it worth it to offer health insurance to your employees?

    So, it literally pays to offer your employees health insurance. In general, most employers pay at least 50% of their employees’ health insurance premiums. And, since it’s tax deductible and allows some small businesses to apply for a tax credit, paying this amount is well worth it.

    Where can I get health insurance for my business?

    Reach out directly to insurance companies. If you’ve had some experience with purchasing health insurance before, this might be your best option. Not all health insurance companies will work directly with businesses, but some do.

    What was the original purpose of medben insurance?

    MedBen has served the health benefit needs of employers since 1938. From our beginnings as a hospital service association, our goal has been to help businesses offer employee health care coverage that provides needed care at a reasonable cost. Along the way, we’ve grown and greatly diversified our services – but the goal remains the same.

    So, it literally pays to offer your employees health insurance. In general, most employers pay at least 50% of their employees’ health insurance premiums. And, since it’s tax deductible and allows some small businesses to apply for a tax credit, paying this amount is well worth it.

    What does medben specialty services do for employers?

    MedBen Specialty Services Offer a consumer-driven health plan to promote employer savings and employee choice, and ensure plan compliance with COBRA administration. Complement your plan with dental and vision benefits. MedBen can help you put together a complete health care package tailored to your population.

    What happens to your health insurance when you return to work?

    One note of caution: If you do not return to work at the end of your leave period, or if you inform your employer of your intent not to return, the employer no longer has an obligation to maintain your health insurance benefits.