The Value of Health Coverage through Covered California

Before I enrolled in a plan through Covered California, I wondered why do I need health insurance and what are the benefits of enrolling through Covered California? I haven't had health insurance in a while because it's expensive. That's why I was really excited to learn that through Covered California, I can get financial help to pay for my coverage. It's actually the only place I can get financial help. It's also impressive that Covered California requires all health insurance companies that it works with to provide 10 services, or essential health benefits, to each member and every plan. Services like mental health, emergency care, prescription drugs, and children's dental and vision care are included with all plans. I can access any of these benefits with just my copay! Preventive care is also included for every covered family member under all different plan levels. That means I can get routine care to catch health issues before they turn into major problems. There are also annual limits on the amount of money I'll have to pay, so even if I get seriously sick or injured and my medical bill is a hundred thousand or more, I'll only have to pay a small portion of it and my health insurance will pay the

rest. Even though I'm healthy now, having health insurance gives me the peace of mind that my family and I are covered just in case. I feel like a weight's been lifted off my shoulders! Now I'm living my life without worrying how I'd pay if I got hurt like I did before I had health insurance. Life is so much better knowing you're covered! Covered California is there to help. Just go to their website and see if you qualify for financial help and to shop and compare plans, or give them a call!