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Author: Margaret R. Beck

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Health Matters: What’s a young person to do when parents’ insurance ends?

Posted on October 8, 2008 by Margaret R. Beck

Q: I’m 23 years old and can no longer be covered by my parents’ health plan. I have to get my own insurance and I don’t understand the underwriting process. Can you give me some ideas how to start shopping?… Continue Reading →

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Obstacles to health insurance

Posted on September 21, 2008 by Margaret R. Beck

Q. I applied for an individual medical insurance plan and was declined.  I was shocked.  I only take two medications at 10 mg:  Lipitor for cholesterol and Norvasc for blood pressure.  I haven’t had any other claims in years.  Why… Continue Reading →

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Health Matters: COBRA insurance

Posted on May 5, 2008 by Margaret R. Beck

By Marge Beck Q: I am currently covered under COBRA from my prior employer. My new employer is going to implement a new health plan effective June 1. My COBRA premium is due May 15. What happens if I don’t… Continue Reading →

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Marge Beck, Q&A “Health Matters”
Health Insurance Expert

Posted on February 24, 2008 by Margaret R. Beck

Q: What is an H.S.A.? How can it help me? An H.S.A. is a Health Savings Account.  This account could be described as a “Health IRA.” It is a tax-favored savings account that allows you to pay for qualified medical… Continue Reading →

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Margaret Beck
“Health Matters”
Q&A expert, health insurance

Posted on December 8, 2007 by Margaret R. Beck

Margaret Beck and I became acquainted many years ago when our daughters were best friends and soccer players in middle school. The Marge I knew and admired then was the Marge I know and admire now: smart, strong, funny, cheerful,… Continue Reading →

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