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Considering an ICHRA? Here are 5 key questions employers should ask to balance rising health costs with employee choice.
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Short reads, mostly under 7 minutes. Updated weekly.
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She didn't just need a doctor, she needed someone to see the whole picture.
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With Oscar Unlocks, you unlock exclusive rewards, badges, and VIP access to the best of Oscar as you take actions.
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Diabetes affects nearly 10% of our members - so we are making it easier for them to manage their condition.
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Oscar's recent conversations with a group of big employers prove it: interest in ICHRA is significant -- and growing.
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Virtual healthcare may provide more equitable healthcare resources for individuals in rural communities.
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Depression is a common, but serious mood disorder, affecting a person’s thoughts, behavior, and how they feel.
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It's easy to know when you need a doctor. Where to go for care... not so much.
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What should you consider when picking a plan during Open Enrollment? Dr. Stephanie Reznick offers advice and more.
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We’ve created this guide to help you understand the basics of diabetes.
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As you look forward to the new year and think about your health coverage, we want to make sure you feel informed.
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You’ve probably started doing research into your health insurance options. Before you sign up, explore your options.
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We're launching Virtual Primary Care in 2021, pending regulatory approval. Learn more in our "From the Frontlines" clip.
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Create a long-term relationship with your telehealth provider.
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HealthSherpa CEO George Kalogeropoulos joins Oscar CEO Mario Schlosser for The Conversation.
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Oscar is reducing prices of popular medications to just $3 to help members get the meds they need.
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We take a closer look at how one Oscar member leaned on her care team for support when she needed it most.
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If you play your cards right (your insurance card, that is), you could save some serious $ on care.
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Learn how vaccines prevent you from getting sick, and how they also prevent you from spreading disease to others.
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Our job is to make health insurance easy. Here's how we do it.
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If you’re shopping for an individual health insurance plan, consider the pros and cons of each option.
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We put together some questions you may want to ask during your next OB-GYN appointment.
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Learn the differences between health insurance plan types and find out how to pick the one that’s right for you.
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A helpful glossary of terms that you’ll probably be see when you shop for health insurance.
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Here’s an easy, step-by-step guide to switching your health insurance carrier this Open Enrollment period.
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Oscar is here to answer your top health insurance questions.
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If you're shopping for an individual health plan, ask these questions before buying.
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Health care is expensive, but there's good news: Most insurance plans come with free preventive care and benefits.
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An annual physical helps establish a baseline so you and your doctor manage risk factors and catch issues early.
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Don’t throw away those EOBs from Oscar! Here’s why (and how) to read them.
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From deductibles to exchanges, this detailed primer covers everything you need to find the right health plan.
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Read the latest medical recommendations for cancer screenings – many of which are free with your Oscar plan.