While Looking For Affordable Health Insurance, Beware Of Fraud

For years, Americans have been struggling to find an affordable health insurance plan that fits their needs. Some insurers are more reputable than others. Unfortunately, some unscrupulous providers have promised healthcare coverage but failed to deliver, leaving consumers stranded. Reuters recently exposed Florida couple Renée-Marie Stephano and Jonathan Edelheit and the bogus health insurance they sold.

Their health insurance plans were sold under the name OptiMed Health Plans, a subsidiary of United Group Programs (not to be confused with United HealthCare). The states of Montana and Washington have accused OptiMed of selling fraudulent, unauthorized policies from 2003 to 2007. People duped into buying discount health insurance from them ended up saddled with thousands of dollars in medical costs, since OptiMed failed pay its customers’ claims. It’s another example of why you should be careful when looking for health insurance. Speak with an agent to find reliable, affordable health insurance.