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How to Get Catastrophic Health Insurance Quotes

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By Jared Balis
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There are many ways to get quotes for Catastrophic Health Insurance Coverage. Here's some steps to follow to get you started!

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • The Internet
  • A Phone Book
  • Family and Friends
  1. Step 1
    Phonebook
    Phonebook

    Look in your local phone book under "health insurance" or "medical insurance" Find an agent who represents all of the main companies in your area. Ask them about pricing, eligibility, and plan options.

  2. Step 2

    Ask your friends and family. If you know people who have catastrophic health insurance coverage, ask them which company they are with, and if they are happy with it. Ask how they pay claims, about their customer service, and annual rate increases. Logon to their website or call them for a quote.

  3. Step 3

    Search the Internet. You can find many online quoting engines for catastrophic health insurance. Just search for "catastrophic health insurance quotes " or a similar term on your favorite search engine. If you know what insurance company you want to look into, try their website first.

Tips & Warnings
  • Ask your agent or the company about their underwriting practices. Can you be denied? Can the rate change once you apply?
  • Find the plan that has the best risk/price ratio.
  • Make sure to ask your agent or the insurance company what the lifetime maximum on the plan is.
  • Ask if the plan covers 100% of your expenses after the deductible, or if you are responsible for a certain percentage of the remaining bill.

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on 11/15/2009 Great Article 5 stars!

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on 11/6/2009 This sounds very easy you explain it well.

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on 4/21/2009 Great information on Catastrophic Health insurance quotes

sonni57 said

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on 4/15/2009 Good article on catastrophic health insurance quotes.

gerrie5044 said

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on 4/15/2009 Great article on getting catastrophic health insurance quotes! 5*

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