Are You Leaving Health Insurance Money on the Table? . . Top 10 Money-wasters for Group Health Insurance Benefits

or roller skating. Even if helmets are not mandated, it is alarming how many serious injuries might have been prevented with the proper head protection. If you need or want a helmet anyway, you might as well get a discount on it.

h. Store Discounts – Various retailers may have a pre-negotiated incentive worked out with your insurance company such as baby stores or household goods. This is good for the store from a marketing prospective and it is good for the consumer to get a discount.

i. Security Improvements – Security companies my provide discount services for your home protection and safety additions.

j. Stress and Alcohol Management – Different services may exist for stress management and alcohol rehabilitation and treatment programs.

k. Mail Order Discounts – Certain carriers offer additional discounts for mail order prescriptions. This is especially useful for drugs prescribed for the long-term such as heart medicine or cholesterol drugs. You know you need it any way so you might as well stock up by mail.

3. Not Getting a Second Opinion:

Different Insurance professionals have different experiences and abilities. Some Brokers are only Brokers while others are also Licensed Insurance Consultants. Some Brokers specialize in Property and Casualty or Life Insurance while others specialize in Group Health. If you