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Health Savings Account insurance in CA

originally posted: 11/22/2006 reposted: 2/18/2011 This post has not been recently reviewed or revised by the author and may be out of date. If you notice an error or are in doubt, please send a new question by email or ask for an update. Email asktony@tonynovak.com.

Q: I’m a freelance writer living in Los Angeles and am uninsured (i.e. I pay out of pocket for all medical costs). I’m interesting in getting a high deductible policy with an HSA. What are your typical rates for a 36-year old, single male?

A: The most popular issuer of health savings account qualified insurance for individuals in California is California Blue Shield. Unfortunately, the rates are high and pricing is not available online. Two lower cost alternatives for a young man are Celtic Insurance at www.celticenrollment.com and Medical Savings Insurance Company at www.MedSave.com.

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More resources:

http://www.MedSave.com http://www.Celticenrollment.com