Resources

E-Books from Decoding Health Care

6 Things to Do if You Don’t Have Health Insurance Through an Employer

Almost half of the population (45.5% in 2022) does not have access to employer-sponsored health insurance. So, what should you do if you don’t have health insurance through an employer?

6 Ways to Negotiate Lower Healthcare Bills

You can take some steps, both proactively and reactively, to minimize healthcare bills. Learn about 6 strategies you can use to negotiate lower medical bills, whether insured, underinsured, or uninsured.

Cheatsheets from Decoding Health Care

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HSA Cheatsheet

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) – Tax Considerations Regarding Individual Health Insurance

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PTC Cheatsheet

Premium Tax Credits/ ACA Subsidies – Tax Considerations Regarding Individual Health Insurance

Other Helpful Resources

Price Comparison Tools

  • Fair Health Consumer:
    https://www.fairhealthconsumer.org/
  • Healthcare Bluebook:
    https://www.healthcarebluebook.com/ui/home
  • MDsave:
    https://www.mdsave.com/
  • Clear Health Costs:
    https://clearhealthcosts.com/about/
  • Billy app:
    https://www.trybilly.app/

Help with Medical Bills

  • Medical Bill Fixer: Get Help from Professional Medical Billing Advocates
    https://www.medicalbillrelief.com/
  • Dollar For: Screen for and apply for Hospital Charity Care
    https://www.dollarfor.org/