In response to a question I received, this is a condensation of information I have posted elsewhere. Hope this little cheat sheet helps anyone shopping for a HDHP & HSA (or just wanting to learn more about them)!
HDHP (High Deductible Health Plan): I chose United Health Care. Blue Cross / Blue Shield also seemed like an excellent choice. I'm sure there are other good ones too.
HSA (Health Savings Account): Exante and HSA Bank seem to be the "big 2," but I chose HSA Resources Bank due to wonderful experiences with their parent company (Stearns Bank).
If you are thinking about getting a HDHP and HSA and want to learn more, I recommend the following sites.
For General Info on HSAs:
ustreas.gov/offices/public-affairs/hsa/ (US Treasury site; lots of info on HSAs; I found the "HSA Basics" tri-fold brochure to be especially helpful)
finance.yahoo.com/expert/article/millionaire/50127 (good article by David Bach)
For general information on health insurance:
healthinsuranceinfo.net
For specific state-by-state info:
nahu.org/consumer/healthcare
For quotes:
ehealthinsurance.com
HDHP & HSA Cliff Notes
February 8th, 2008 at 01:39 pm
February 8th, 2008 at 05:01 pm
February 13th, 2008 at 10:43 am
Thanks for letting me know about it via Queercents.
Warmly
_Paula