The Importance of Health Insurance

Doctors Care • Feb 05, 2021

Recently, President Joe Biden signed an executive order to reopen enrollment to the Health Insurance Marketplace.

In conjunction with President Biden’s executive order, the state of Colorado is opening a special enrollment period from February 8 – May 15.

Why is it important for state and national administrations to focus on health insurance?

For many, the pandemic has brought new challenges to routine health care. This includes loss of employee sponsored health insurance plans, loss of income making it no longer feasible to pay for plans, and a general loss of direction when trying to figure out what to do next.

Searching and budgeting for health insurance can be challenging, however, it is worth the time and effort.  Fortunately, there are organizations like Doctors Care ready to help make the process easier.

Here are three reasons why it is important to have health insurance:

  • Health insurance through the Marketplace, Medicaid, or Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+) provides preventative care at no cost. Annual exams, immunizations, and yearly screenings are important to maintaining good health and well-being. Often, preventative care can catch serious health issues early when they are still treatable.
  • Health insurance can seem expensive, but studies show that uninsured individuals and families have very limited access to, and do not receive, the same quality of care as those with insurance. In addition, when an unexpected accident or illness occurs, health insurance protects individuals from costly medical bills. For example, the average cost of a broken leg is around $7,500, which is an out of pocket expense for the uninsured.
  • One last point: You insure your car, home, and other valuable items. Why would you not insure your most valuable asset? Yourself and your family.

For more reasons why health insurance is important, check out this report released from the American Hospital Association.

If you, or someone you know, are in need of health insurance, Doctors Care’s health coverage guides are here to help! Schedule a virtual appointment by visiting www.DoctorsCare.org/enroll or by calling 720-458-6185.

 

 

02 Feb, 2023
Doctors Care is pleased to announce it has received a $5,000 grant from Douglas County Community Foundation. Douglas County’s generous support will guide the work of Doctors Care to provide compassionate, quality health care to the community. Funding will also support the provision of resources, connections, and education so that patients can build a foundation for a healthier future. In addition to providing comprehensive medical, behavioral, and dental health care, Doctors Care understands the importance of addressing the social determinants of health when treating south metro Denver’s most vulnerable populations. Heath education and resource navigation are vital components of its integrative approach to care and help individuals find a path towards long-term health and wellbeing.  “We are so grateful to the Douglas County Community Foundation for helping us continue providing high-quality care to individuals and families,” said Bebe Kleinman, CEO, Doctors Care.
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