Virginia Health Insurance
As a resident of Virginia, you have plenty of Virginia health insurance options to choose from. There are multiple insurance companies in Virginia that provide a range of plans for a variety of health needs.
Here you'll be able to get helpful information for finding health insurance in Virginia. See some of the state’s top health insurance companies and read about the important Virginia health insurance laws and regulations you should be aware of as you look for your plan. You can also find information about financial assistance and public Virginia health insurance programs.
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Virginia Health Insurance Companies
Virginia Health Insurance Laws and Regulations
Public Health Insurance Programs for Virginia Residents
Contact Info for the Virginia Bureau of Insurance and Department of Health Services
The following list of companies offer health insurance plans in Virginia:
Unicare Health Insurance
Unicare is a member of the WellPoint family serving over 55 million Americans. They provide customized health insurance solutions for a diverse array of needs.
Celtic Health Insurance
Celtic concentrates on individual health insurance, offering a wide variety of plans for both individuals and families.
Golden Rule Health Insurance
Golden Rule Insurance Company serves almost 50 million Americans, providing affordable and customized health insurance plans.
Humana Health Insurance
Through affordable health insurance options, Humana helps their members better manage their healthcare and make informed health decisions.
Time Insurance Health Insurance
Today, Time Insurance is known as Assurant Health with insurance coverage for individuals, students, families, seniors, and businesses.
Insurers Administrative Corporation Health Insurance
Started in 1978, IAC offers management services to large companies who self-insure.
World Insurance - Brokerage Health Insurance
World Insurance - Brokerage is a leading provider of affordable health insurance options. Their plans provide comprehensive coverage and access to an extensive network of doctors and hospitals.
ANTEX Health Insurance
ANTEX has evolved into one of the strongest insurers in the country. They offer a wide variety of insurance solutions.
John Alden Health Insurance
John Alden Life Insurance has been selling health coverage throughout America since 1961. Today, they are part of Assurant. John Alden plans include individual health and small group coverage. They also sell Health Savings Account plans.
AETNA Health Insurance
Aetna is one of the largest health insurance providers in America with more than 30 million members. Their network includes over 787,000 health care professionals.
WorldIns - ExpressMed Health Insurance
World Insurance offers several types of individual health insurance ranging from dental coverage to comprehensive major medical plans.
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia Health Insurance
Anthem BCBS provides health coverage for millions Americans across the country. Together with WellPoint, Anthem BCBS continues to focus on providing affordable plans and keeping members healthy.
CareFirst Health Insurance
CareFirst BCBS provides the trusted coverage expected from a Blue Cross Blue Shield insurer. They are also the largest health insurance provider in Maryland, the District of Columbia, and northern Virginia.
Anthem Senior Health Insurance
Anthem provides a variety of affordable health insurance plans for senior citizens including Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, and prescription drug coverage.
Golden Rule Platinum Health Insurance
Golden Rule, a UnitedHealthcare company, has been offering affordable health insurance solutions for over 60 years.
MEGA Life and Health Insurance Company
At The MEGA Life and Health Insurance Company, the focus is on personalizing a health plan that meets your needs.
Virginia Health Insurance Laws and Regulations
As you shop for a Virginia health insurance plan, state law provides you certain protections. Most Virginia health insurance companies will look at your health status before they accept you into coverage and set your premiums.
But there are two Virginia health insurance companies that cannot deny your application and cannot impose permanent exclusion periods they are CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield. CareFirst operates in Northern Virginia and Anthem operates in the rest of the state.
Residents in Virginia who are HIPAA-eligible also have certain protections under federal and state law. Learn more about HIPAA here.
Virginia health insurance law also requires that all health plans cover certain medical services such as:
- Patient care costs in clinical cancer trials
- Screening for prostate, cervical, colorectal, and breast cancer
- Medical care for pregnant women
- Newborn baby health screenings
- Vaccinations for children
Virginia health insurance companies must also cover mental health conditions equally to physical health conditions.
Once you are accepted for coverage, insurers are not allowed to cancel you coverage simply because you get sick or are injured.
Virginia Public Health Insurance Programs
The public Virginia health insurance programs that help low-income residents get health coverage include:
- Medicaid
The Medicaid program in Virginia is designed for the lowest earners and disabled residents. To learn more about Virginia Medicaid, visit them online. - Family Access to Medical Insurance Security (FAMIS)
This program is Virginia's Children's Health Insurance Program and provides health care coverage for children and pregnant women. FAMIS also offers dental care coverage for children through Smiles For Children. To learn more about this Virginia health insurance program, visit their website. - Every Women's Life
This is Virginia's Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, which provides free mammograms and cervical cancer screening for low-income women. Find out more about this women's Virginia health insurance program online.
The federal government also provides some financial assistance to Virginia residents. The Federal Health Coverage Tax Credit helps pay up to 60 percent of health plan premiums for trade workers and early retirees. To learn more about this program, visit the IRS online.
Virginia Bureau of Insurance and Department of Health Services
Find the contact information for the Virginia health insurance and health services departments at:
Virginia Bureau of Insurance
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1157
Richmond, VA 23218
Street Address:
1300 East Main Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: (804) 371-9741
http://www.scc.virginia.gov/division/boi/
Virginia Department of Health
P.O. Box 2448
Richmond, VA 23218-2448
Phone: (804) 864-7001
http://www.vdh.state.va.us/
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