Individual Health Insurance in Alaska (AK)
Alaska is home to more than 647,000 people and every year another 10,000 are born in Alaskan hospitals. Unfortunately, healthcare is in crisis in Alaska. The state falls well below the United States' average for its number of insured residents and well above the average in spending for healthcare costs incurred due to lack in health insurance coverage. Alaska law allows insurance companies to turn you down for coverage. Pre-existing conditions can be excluded from coverage. There are no regulations which limit premium prices.
Even so, it is possible to find affordable health insurance coverage for you and your family. It just takes the right research and a little know-how.
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Alaska Health Statistics
From the moment of conception, children in Alaska are not receiving the health care that they need. Only 81 percent of pregnant mothers get prenatal care and 78 percent under 35 months old get the immunizations they need. More than 11 percent of Alaskan children are overweight and more than 45 percent did not have both a medical and dental care visit last year. If you or someone you love is pregnant or if you have children, basic healthcare insurance is a necessity to prevent high surprise medical costs and to help prevent future problems
Health Insurance Needs in Alaska
More than 111,000 people—17 percent of the Alaskan population—are uninsured. To cover the cost of health care, the state spends more than $1.2 billion of the taxpayers' money. Those who are self-employed, temporarily unemployed or finding that Medicare or Medicaid are quite covering their healthcare costs can now find insurance that will provide them with the check-ups and care they need and won't hurt their pocketbook.
Alaska Health Insurance Laws
Alaska law allows insurance companies to turn you down for coverage. Pre-existing conditions can be excluded from coverage. There are no regulations which limit premium prices. The state prohibits cancellation of your insurance policy if you become sick.
Alaska Individual Health Insurance Companies
Assurant Health
Celtic
Golden Rule
Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska
Security Life
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