No matter your age, you're not invincible. Accidents can happen to anyone. That's why Siloam Springs Regional Hospital is hosting two free health insurance enrollment seminars on the following dates:
• Tuesday, Dec. 8 beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Siloam Springs Regional Hospital Classroom, 603 N. Progress Ave. Refreshments will be provided and an eligibility screening counselor will be present to answer questions and set up appointments if needed.
To register for either of these free events, please call (479) 215-3125 or email to [email protected]. Those interested in signing up for health insurance are encouraged to attend to find out more information about health insurance options and to sign up.
Top eight reasons to have health insurance
8. If you don't have health insurance and experience a serious illness or medical emergency, you will be responsible for all of your medical costs.
7. Some colleges, universities and international programs require proof of health insurance to enroll.
6. You cannot be denied coverage because of a pre-existing condition, such as diabetes or a previous cancer diagnosis.
5. Marketplace health insurance plans must cover essential health benefits, such as emergency and ambulatory services; hospitalization (such as surgery); pregnancy, maternity and newborn care; prescription drugs; lab services; pediatric services; and many more.
4. Marketplace health insurance plans must cover a set of preventative services like screenings, tests and vaccinations to keep adults and children healthy.
3. Depending on household income and family size, you may qualify for financial assistance from the government -- or subsidies -- towards the cost of the premium and other financial obligations and copays or deductibles.
2. Some individuals and families may qualify for low-cost coverage through Medicaid.
1. If you can afford health insurance coverage in 2016, but don't sign up, you may have to pay a penalty.
For more information on signing up for health insurance, call (479) 215-3137.
General News on 11/25/2015