Critical Illness

Can You Afford To Say: “It Won’t Happen To Me”?

Most of us are not financially prepared for a medical crisis caused by a critical illness within our family. Out of pocket expenses can deplete our savings, home equity and retirement funds. Major medical insurance does not cover many non-medical expenses. Out of pocket costs include:

  • Deductibles and co-payments
  • Doctors and hospital costs exceeding usual and customary charges
  • Travel to out-of-town hospitals for treatment

 

The risk of a critical illness affecting the lives of a loved one is real, according to the American Heart Association:

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Heart Attacks will strike 1 in every 3 American Men and 1 in 4 American Women

Strokes will strike 1 in every 6 American Men and 1 in 8 American Women

 

There may be nothing worse than laying in a hospital bed worrying about getting well and having to worry about finances at the same time.

You can find important handouts below