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Consumers Cut Costs By Combining Limited Coverage Health Plans, Despite Penalty Risks

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People sometimes put together a variety of policies, such as short-term and critical illness plans, instead of buying more expensive comprehensive health coverage. But they likely will face federal health law penalties.

Obamacare Insurers Sweeten Plans With Free Doctor Visits

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Some insurers are betting that lowering the barrier to seeing a doctor will encourage people to get needed care sooner. If it works, the health plans could save more than they spend on the benefit.

Last Chances Approach To Sign Up For 2016 Obamacare Coverage

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With a two-day extension, December 17th is now the last chance to sign up for Obamacare health insurance coverage that starts Jan. 1 through the federal exchange. Open enrollment for the plans continues through the end of January, however.