With open enrollment for health plans under the Affordable Care Act (aka Obamacare) beginning Oct. 1, it might be prudent to brush up on (or learn for the first time) some basic health insurance terms ...

It can be confusing to navigate the world of health insurance. However, understanding some common terms can help. The following list is a glossary of some commonly used health insurance terms. It is ...

Health officials use different terms to describe the emergence of a particular illness, and the progression from outbreak to epidemic to pandemic. And so, let's take a moment to define exactly what ...

Millions of people pick their health insurance during open enrollment. Consumers are generally locked into their choice for a year. Health plans come with premiums, co-insurance, deductibles, ...

The words some doctors use are often misunderstood by patients and their families, leaving them feeling confused and vulnerable, according to researchers. In a study published Wednesday in the journal ...

Navigating health insurance can be confusing. Understanding some common terms can help. The following list is a glossary of some commonly used health insurance terms. However, it’s not a full list. It ...