Forbes October 9, 2024
Carrie Rubinstein

Healthcare insurance, at its core, is designed to offer protection when we need it most. But in practice, navigating this system can be a daunting and overwhelming task. Too often, at critical junctures in life, when clarity is essential, we find ourselves lost in a maze of confusion. According to a recent KFF survey, the consequences of this confusion are dire. Approximately 17% of insured consumers reported being unable to obtain recommended care, while another 17% experienced significant delays in receiving necessary treatments. Alarmingly, 15% noted a decline in their health directly attributed to these barriers. The reality is that healthcare, a critical aspect of our lives, often becomes a burdensome maze of choices, jargon, and bureaucratic hurdles.

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