Got medical bills piling up? Join the club – about half of Americans have medical debt. Let’s talk about the minimum you actually need to pay each month. No Set Minimum Payment First up – that rumor about paying $5 a month keeping the collectors away? Total myth. Here’s the truth: There’s no legal minimum…

Let’s talk about everyone’s favorite topic – insurance! If you’re staring at a $6,000 orthodontist bill wondering if your medical insurance will save you, keep reading. Related: Does Medicare Cover Dental Implants Medical Insurance and Braces Here’s the bad news upfront: medical insurance typically doesn’t cover braces. Why? Because they consider it a dental thing,…

So you’re scrolling through TikTok and see someone making protein bars with… ground-up crickets? Yep, welcome to 2025, where eating bugs isn’t just for survival shows anymore. Let’s talk about acheta powder (fancy name for cricket flour) and why some people think it’s the future of food. I’m not here to convince you to throw…

Alright, let’s address the elephant (or should I say worm?) in the room. You might have seen some wild TikToks claiming your protein powder is made from ground-up worms. Before you throw out that $60 tub of whey, let’s dig into what’s actually true and what’s just internet chaos. Traditional Protein Powders: No Worms Involved…

Let’s talk about the most confusing piece of plastic in your wallet – your Health Savings Account card. HSA Card Basics Your HealthEquity HSA card is a Visa debit card that’s married to your Health Savings Account. Think of it like a regular debit card that went to medical school – it’ll only work for…

Let’s talk about the most expensive fake teeth you’ll ever buy – dental implants. And the big question everyone’s asking: Will Medicare help pay for that $5,000 tooth? Short answer: Probably not. But don’t close this tab yet, because there’s more to this story than a simple yes or no. Related: Does Medical Insurance Cover…

Ever found a mysterious piece of plastic in your mailbox that isn’t a credit card? You’re looking at a HealthEquity Visa card, and while it might seem like just another piece of plastic, it could be your ticket to serious tax savings (or trouble with the IRS if you use it wrong). If you’re reading…

Hey there healthcare folks! Let’s talk about the most recent CMS health equity requirements. Hospital Commitment to Health Equity Measure First up – the Hospital Commitment to Health Equity (HCHE) measure. It’s like CMS’s way of saying “prove you care about health equity.” What’s the deal? The five domains are basically CMS’s health equity report…

When we think about healthcare inequality, we usually picture emergency rooms and hospital beds. But there’s another battleground in American healthcare that’s often overlooked: dental care. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) just released data that exposes a stark reality about oral health in America. This isn’t just about cavities and cleanings –…

Your zip code shouldn’t determine when you die. Your bank account shouldn’t decide if you get proper medical care. Your skin color shouldn’t impact your life expectancy. Health equity. You’ve probably heard this term thrown around in fancy boardrooms and TED talks. But this isn’t just another corporate buzzword to make executives feel good about…