For those millions of Americans without health insurance or prescription drug coverage, free health plans not only save money, for the millions who must choose between food or medicine, they save lives. Free health plans are not insurance, instead they offer discounts on prescription medications, medical supplies and medical, dental and vision services.
Function
Free health plans provide a way for the uninsured to receive much needed medication and medical services. Millions of Americans cannot afford health and drug coverage and these free plans have been created to assist these families by discounting prescription medication and doctor, dentist and vision visits.
Features
Discounts on brand name and generic prescription medications, dental, vision, hearing, chiropractic and medical services as well as diabetic and respiratory supplies are provided by free health care plans.
Considerations
While these free health plans are not insurance, they do provide discounted services. Consumers should apply for each program they qualify for and realize that multiple discounts may not be combined. Review each program you've been approved for each time you visit a doctor or fill a prescription to ensure you are using the plan with the best benefit.
Potential
President Barack Obama has said that he plans to create the National Health Insurance Exchange which will be monitored by the Government to ensure affordable and fair pricing for health insurance. Free health insurance plans have the potential to grant larger discounts and more coverage in the future.
Warning
Most free health care plans require no other health or prescription coverage and have income limitations. Read the plan requirements carefully before applying.
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