ObamaCare death debt? States can seize assets to recoup Medicaid costs Be afraid….Be very afraid of receiving benefits. Published January 23, 2014 FoxNews.com Tom Gialanella, 56, was shocked to find out he qualified for Medicaid under ObamaCare. The Bothell, Wash., resident had been able to retire early years ago, owns his home outright in […]
Read MoreAllstate, State Farm, Farmers Plan to Raise Home Insurance Rates in Texas
Texas’ three largest home insurers are kicking off 2014 with steep increases in policyholder premiums, according to a report published on Jan. 4. The Dallas Morning News reports that Allstate, Farmers and State Farm plan to raise rates for most current and new customers by between an average of 6.5 percent to 14.9 percent. More […]
Read MoreFit Facts: Should I Stay or Should I go to the ER?
Being able to recognize and respond to an emergency — especially one that requires immediate medical care — can make the difference between life or death. In 2010, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention logged nearly 130 million visits to the ER. Emergency doctors recommend we should all be able to recognize warning signs […]
Read MoreWalgreens and CVS Caremark Announce Transitional Drug Coverage with Evidence of Enrollment
Both Walgreens and CVS Caremark pharmacies announced this week that they will be assisting customers who may have coverage verification issues in January. Walgreens announced Monday that it would provide up to one month of medication, with no upfront cost to patients, who can bring confirmation of their enrollment in the Health Insurance Marketplace if […]
Read MoreWishing you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving
It is during this time of year that we should reflect back and be thankful for all that God has provided. Our family at ABM would like to wish you and yours a Happy Safe Holiday! We appreciate your business and friendship! We will be closed Thursday and Friday in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Read MoreABM Insurance & Benefit Services honored at the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Gala
From left to right: Frank Silva, Taina De Jesus, Rebecca Leal and Rocio Lowe.
Read MoreBeware! Health Care Reform Law Scammers are on the Prowl
Beware! Health Care Reform Law Scammers are on the Prowl Now that it’s possible to sign up for health insurance under the new federal health care law, the Affordable Care Act, watch out for scam artists. They may use this as a new way to steal your Social Security, bank account and credit card numbers, […]
Read MoreFake Obamacare sites already lining up to steal your information
Please be aware: The Affordable Health Care Act kicks in on October 1, and cybercriminals are more prepared for it than we are. Because the Health Insurance Exchange isn’t “made up of a single authoritative site where people can go and register,” it’s particularly vulnerable to scammer and phishers who will ask you for personal […]
Read MoreState Farm Raising Louisiana Homeowner Insurance Rates
State Farm Raising Louisiana Homeowner Insurance RatesOctober 3, 2013 State Farm is raising Louisiana homeowner rates an average of 8.7 percent statewide for its nearly 308,000 policyholders. According to State Farm’s filing with the insurance department, the statewide increase will generate $40.1 million. The Advocate reports the higher rates are already in effect for new […]
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