A blog by visuary.ai delivering expert insights and visual narratives on healthcare.
A blog by Visuary AI delivering expert insights and visual narratives on healthcare.
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Minesweeper: Healthcare Edition
What is the game we play?
Remember playing Minesweeper as a kid? Now, imagine being in a minefield where the numbers are rigged—that’s what navigating healthcare feels like.
Beware When You Turn 45: Health Insurance Premiums Take a Big Leap
A study of 2024 average premium in the ACA Marketplace
As you approach age 45, expect a noticeable jump in your health insurance premiums. We examined 2024 data from HealthCare.gov, focusing on how monthly premiums for Bronze plans in Chicago increase with age. Check out this interactive chart.
Key Factors to Consider When Choosing Health Insurance
And a Tool to Help You Assess Your Risk
Choosing the right health insurance plan means balancing your personal risk, budget, and healthcare needs. In this post, we break down key factors like network size, cost-sharing, and lifestyle risk, helping you make informed decisions. Plus, try our Price My Risk tool to estimate the costs of both expected and unexpected healthcare events.
The Frustrating Truth About Being a Healthcare Consumer
And How I Hacked the System
Navigating healthcare costs can be a frustrating experience, even with the Transparency in Coverage requirements. In this post, we explore the challenges of shopping for healthcare prices, from unhelpful responses to vague pricing estimates. Despite CMS mandates, many patients struggle to access clear cost information before treatment.
Shrinkflation in Health Insurance
Smaller networks, lower premiums
Choosing the right health insurance plan can be overwhelming, especially when networks are often overlooked. In this post, we explore how 'shrinkflation' in health insurance affects provider networks and why choosing a plan with the right network size is crucial.
Wide Swing in Insurance Premium across States
A study of 2024 average premium in the ACA Marketplace
When it comes to health insurance, where you live can have a significant impact on the cost of your coverage. Premium prices, which are a key indicator of healthcare expenses, can vary widely across the United States. Discover how your state stacks up.