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Health insurance is a complex area and it’s very easy to overlook the special needs of children and students. Finding an affordable health insurance plan that fits your needs is not always easy but, with some guidance, it is possible.

Nearly 10 years ago now Congress passed a plan entitled Title XXI, or the State Children’s Health Insurance Program [SCHIP]. This plan was aimed at dealing with the growing number of children in the United States living without any form of health insurance. Unfortunately, for many families, their income is not sufficient to afford private health insurance but is too high to apply for Medicaid. Under this state plan however the family is charged a maximum of 5% of their gross annual income and, in many cases, can receive medical treatment at no cost at all.

The cover provided under this program varies from state to state, but all states must provide a minimum of cover including such things as well-baby and well-child physicals, immunization and emergency services.

One thing to note is that, if your child is already covered under a health insurance policy, then he or she will not be eligible for the state coverage.

If your children are not eligible for medical care under the state plan then you will need to consider whether they should be covered under a family policy or on their own individual policies. As a general rule, it will normally be more cost-effective to have a family policy although, if you have only one child, an individual policy for that child may prove to be more cost-effective.

When it comes to student health insurance most colleges and universities have their own health care clinic for treating routine ailments such as colds, sore throats and minor sports injuries. However, all students should have some form of health insurance cover for unexpected medical problems including more complex illnesses and surgery.

If possible, you should try to have your children covered on your own individual or family policy and most policies will cover children even when they are away at school. Some policies may however place certain restrictions on coverage and these should be checked carefully.

If you find that your children need their own individual health insurance policies whilst away at college, then there are a number of insurance companies that cater specifically to the needs of students. You should however research this area carefully and make certain that the cover being provided meets your needs.

It is all too easy to assume that the government will take care of the health needs of children and that colleges and universities will likewise take care of their students. Unfortunately, this is not the case and, as parents, it falls to us to ensure that our children get the health care that they need.

Donald Saunders is the author of this article.

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If you’re among the many that have been downsized, you and your family could very well be going without health insurance coverage. You could have a job but your employer does not provide health insurance coverage for your family. Or, the coverage is limited. Or, the coverage has expired. Whatever the case is, children, insurance, health, and adequate insurance coverage should be top priority in a parent’s vocabulary.

Here are some tips for getting your children insurance health coverage on a budget.

1. Shop around. Not all policies are created equal and the same is true of providers. Some providers are pricier than others so don’t be afraid to look around for reputable companies. Ask for quotes from the providers you have shortlisted. Don’t be afraid to use a broker, too. A broker can walk you through the ins and outs of the plan and help you get the best rates.
2. Test-drive plans. Practically everything these days comes with a trial period. Some insurance plans offer a trial period, too. So go ahead and test-drive a children insurance health plan. You can get your money back within a certain period if you’re unsatisfied with the service.A word to the wise, however. While test-driving a policy, be sure you know the restrictions that apply. In general, you have anywhere between 1 to 6 weeks to ask for your money back and most likely in writing.
3. Negotiate. Suppose your kids already have a policy. Does this mean you can’t save anymore? Not at all. Few parents know this but in practice, if you’re paying out of pocket, you can negotiate your doctor’s fees. In a poll conducted by Harris Interactive, it was found that three out of five people who negotiated actually received discounts. So go ahead, negotiate. The worst that could happen is you will be told “no”.

Remember, you are a parent. You can’t afford to be anything other than proactive about children insurance. Health insurance quotes are available for free so start evaluating your options and comparing providers today. If you need more reason beyond parental obligation to make you take action now, here’s one – you don’t want to go broke when your little girl or boy suddenly gets really sick.