Currently, Hometown Health is the only insurance company in Northern Nevada to offer Individual and Family Plan (IFP) Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) health insurance. But that all is set to change starting on January 1, 2026. Here’s what you need… Read More
There are many different types of health insurance coverage out there, but they mainly fall into one of two camps: Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans and Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO) plans. There are pros and cons to each, and which… Read More
Original Medicare (Parts A and B) is the standard health insurance that you can get when you reach 65 years or by having a qualifying disability. And while it’s a great way to get affordable care, it doesn’t cover everything… Read More
Aetna covers more than 36 million people with health insurance across the United States. But recently, the company announced its decision to leave the individual insurance market, leaving many to find alternate healthcare options. If you or someone you know… Read More
Those with chronic or disabling conditions need specialized care for their individual needs. And if you’re a Medicare and Medicaid member living in a long-term care institution, you might be eligible for Medicare Special Needs Plans. Here’s what you need… Read More
Medicare members in Northern Nevada rejoice! Because Carson Tahoe Hospital has been designated as a Tier 1 facility with Prominence Medicare Advantage network. What does that mean for anyone looking to use Carson Tahoe Hospital Medicare services? Let’s find out!… Read More
The Swift Institute has been a popular healthcare facility in Henderson, Nevada, specializing in orthopedic, spine, and neurological care. Unfortunately, as of January 1, 2025, they have closed their doors for good. Here’s what you need to know about the… Read More
In late 2024, news broke that Carson Tahoe Health began contract negotiations with Medicare providers Aetna and United Health. As the deadline for the negotiations gets closer, there have been no updates from either party, and it doesn’t seem likely… Read More
Every year, health insurance companies submit their plans for proposed rate changes in the upcoming year. Since we’re already well into the back half of 2024 (somehow), the time has come for health insurers in Nevada to submit their proposed… Read More
