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This article summarizes healthcare in Texas. In 2022, the United Healthcare Foundation ranked Texas as the 38th healthiest state in the United States. [1] Obesity, excessive drinking, maternal mortality, infant mortality, vaccinations, mental health, and limited access to healthcare are among the major public health issues facing Texas.
In the United States, health insurance helps pay for medical expenses through privately purchased insurance, social insurance, or a social welfare program funded by the government. [1] [2] Synonyms for this usage include "health coverage", "health care coverage", and "health benefits". In a more technical sense, the term "health insurance" is used to describe any form of insurance providing ...
For example, in 2006 the Harris County Medical Society, in Texas, had a health insurance rate increase of 22 percent for "consumer-driven" health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. This was despite the fact that during the previous year, Blue Cross had paid out only 9 percent of the collected premium dollars for claims.
Medicare is a federal health insurance program. In Texas, as in the rest of the country, it is designed to provide medical coverage for: people who are age 65 and over. people with end stage renal ...
In 2024, Medicare is celebrating its 58th year of providing health insurance. The program was first signed into law in 1965 and began offering coverage in 1966.
This guide helps explain Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans in Texas, eligibility for these plans, enrollment resources, and helpful tips for enrollment.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is an agency within the Texas Health and Human Services System. In September 2016, Texas began transforming how it delivers health and human services to qualified Texans, with a goal of making the Health and Human Services System more efficient and effective. Sept. 1, 2017, marked another major milestone in this transformation.
WebMD helps you understand your rights with insurance and how to handle complaints or appeals if you feel you’ve been treated wrongly.