{"id":2596,"date":"2017-03-16T06:13:55","date_gmt":"2017-03-16T00:43:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.adityabirlahealth.com\/?p=2596"},"modified":"2024-05-13T11:49:12","modified_gmt":"2024-05-13T06:19:12","slug":"choosing-the-right-health-insurance-for-your-age","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adityabirlacapital.com\/healthinsurance\/active-together\/2017\/03\/16\/choosing-the-right-health-insurance-for-your-age\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing Health Insurance According to Age: Your Guide to Coverage"},"content":{"rendered":"

Health insurance is something that has become more of a necessity than a luxury given the astronomical rates for quality health care these days. Of course, the health insurance<\/a> needs of a 21-year-old, straight out of college, are very different from a 32-year-old housewife and her needs are just as different from a 45-year-old public servant.<\/p>\n

\"Choosing<\/p>\n

In this post, we outline the most important things one should look for in a health insurance plan that’s based on your various requirements and more importantly, your age.<\/p>\n

For your 20\u2019s<\/strong><\/h2>\n

With a higher metabolic rate and denser bones, you\u2019re probably going to be in the peak of health in your twenties. However, this is the decade that gives you the opportunity to set the groundwork for a bright and healthy future. Eating healthy and exercising regularly is something most 22-year-olds ignore, but by undertaking these activities, your body becomes better equipped for the future.<\/p>\n

\"Health<\/p>\n

A basic insurance plan with a low premium that includes an option for preventive care, should be sufficient at this stage. Regular check-ups that are a benefit of a preventive care feature will get you into the habit of keeping a close eye on potential lifestyle diseases. The low premium will help you avoid a financial crunch without taxing your bank account too much in the event of a medical emergency.<\/p>\n

For your 30\u2019s<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Your thirties are when you\u2019ll achieve peak muscle mass, but you\u2019ll also find that you can\u2019t keep eating cheeseburgers and still have six-pack abs without a proper work-out. Your metabolism is slowing and you\u00a0should seriously consider quitting the vices that you picked up in your twenties and adopt a healthier lifestyle. It\u2019s important to know that this is the decade that lays the foundation for the later years in life.<\/p>\n

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Taking into account the new changes to your body, this is the right time to upgrade your insurance plan. Instead of a\u00a0basic plan, consider opting for something with more expansive features; one that allows you to consult specialists or allows for the addition of your spouse to the plan. In addition, corporate health plans have their own perks. Women should also consider something that covers family planning costs.<\/p>\n

For your 40\u2019s and over<\/strong><\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve settled down and probably have children of your own by the time you hit the big ‘Four-Oh’. Entering your forties should not bring on a major change to your health insurance needs, but there are certain things that you need to seriously take into consideration. For starters, you\u2019ll need to be sure that you\u2019ve accounted for all medical costs besides regular check-ups\u00a0like if you\u2019ve started a new prescription medicine or recently started wearing glasses. You should also book annual cancer screening tests and women should also consider bone density tests.<\/p>\n

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Once you\u2019ve hit your fifties, you should consider raising the sum that you\u2019re covered for. As you age, your metabolism slows and thus you\u2019re more prone to weight gain and, in turn, lifestyle chronic diseases like high cholesterol and diabetes. In the\u00a0case of an unfortunate medical incident, you don\u2019t want to be left in the lurch because your medical insurance doesn\u2019t cover the required treatment.<\/p>\n

By keeping these simple things in mind you\u2019ll know what to expect and what to look for as the years fly by.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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