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Beware of Health Care Scams Related to Insurance Reform
The Texas Department of Insurance has received information that scam artists may be attempting to defraud consumers about recently enacted federal health insurance reforms. These reports from Texas and across the nation indicate that fake agents and sales representatives are going door-to-door claiming to be with the federal government and peddling phony health insurance policies. Elderly consumers are prime targets for these scams. Content Detail
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- Texas Department of Insurance
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Can the Retiree Health Benefits Provided By Your Employer Be Cut?
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- U.S. Department of Labor
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Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Texas families with uninsured children may be able to get health insurance through Children's Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Both programs offer health care benefits, including regular checkups and dental care. Content Detail
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- TexCare Partnership
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- Spanish / Español
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Frequently Asked Questions for Reservists Being Called to Active Duty
I am being called to active duty and have questions about my employer provided pension and health benefits. Where can I get more information about my benefits? Content Detail
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- U.S. Department of Labor
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HICAP: Health Information Counseling and Advocacy Program
Information about the HICAP Program and how to reach a benefits counselor for assistance with issues related to Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance (Medicare supplement and long-term care), guardianship, social service programs, and insurance fraud against seniors. Content Detail
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- Texas Department of Insurance
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Insurance Complaint Information
Provides individuals with an online form for filing a complaint, and provides resources for finding help with filing an insurance complaint. Content Detail
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- Texas Department of Insurance
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Insurance Assistance for Physician or Provider
This resource assists physicians and other health care providers with finding information related to the prompt payment of claims, the filing of complaints, and credentialing for fully insured health plans. Content Detail
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- Texas Department of State Health Services
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- Spanish / Español
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Job Loss-Information Workers Need to Know to Protect their Health Coverage
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- U.S. Department of Labor
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Life Changes Require Health Choices
What changes do you need to make to your health benefit plan if you get married or have a child? How would your health care benefits or your children's benefits change if your spouse dies, or you get separated or divorced? Content Detail
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- U.S. Department of Labor
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- Spanish / Español
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Long-Term Care Insurance Rate Guide
Long-term care refers to the type of personal care services you need if you become unable to care for yourself because of a loss of functional capacity or cognitive impairment. Long-term care is different from traditional medical care that attempts to permanently cure or control illnesses. Long-term care helps seniors, people with disabilities, and people with injuries or illnesses perform normal daily activities, but it may not improve or correct their medical problems. Care may be provided at home or in a hospice, adult day care center, nursing home, or assisted living facility. Content Detail
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- Texas Department of Insurance
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Tips When Shopping for Insurance
Insurance is a product you purchase to protect yourself from financial disasters, and your needs for protection can change over time. It´s important to understand the insurance policies you have and decide if those coverages are still right for you. If you´re considering buying insurance, here are some shopping tips to remember. Content Detail
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- Texas Department of Insurance
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Filing a Claim for Your Health or Disability Benefits
Summary of the claim process and helpful resources for filing a claim. Content Detail
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- U.S. Department of Labor
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Health Insurance Information for Seniors
Insurance options available to Texas Senior Citizens. Content Detail
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- Texas Department of Insurance
