Re: Will my insurance premium go up?

May 2, 2007

I wanted just to respond based on my experience. Mine is a little different

as I am covered under my husbands. Most insurances go up yearly at renewal

time. I think it would be fair to expect an increase since you now have a

diagnoses and they know about it.

It is my understanding that as long as you have continual coverage with no

more then 62 days lapse, your next insurance must cover you, but you have to

see if they have a pre-existing period or not. Not all do. We are on COBRA

insurance right now as I couldn't go without it since my CML and my hubby's

new insurance as no pre-existing clause so that is wonderful. Every insurance

is different.

I would expect your rates to go up your next premium year. As long as you

have the insurance right now, that is the most important thing. I think if

you worked for someone and got fired, I think you should be able to have COBRA.

Its VERY costly but when you need it, what can you do.......

I pay $1245.00 per month for my COBRA. His benefits start in June so I will

be happy then!

35

CML 5/13/05

Gleevec 800mg PCRU

Wife and mother of 3 (11,8,6)

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