New law requires hospitals to post their prices, but does it really change anything?
Health
January 3, 2019
by:
Craig Johnson
For years, hospital pricing has been shrouded in mystery — until you get that ginormous bill that seems to have…
5 things to know before you buy glasses from Costco Optical
Health
December 20, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Costco Optical offers a full range of eyeglasses and related eye exam services right inside the warehouse club chain. When…
Recall alert: Infant ibuprofen sold at Walmart, CVS, Family Dollar
Recalls
December 6, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Tris Pharma, Inc., has recalled three lots of infant ibuprofen because of a formulation error creating a potency that could…
10 best places to get a deal on glasses
Health
November 28, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Consumer Reports recently took a close look at eyeglasses retailers, and Costco Wholesale has once again been named the No.…
CDC: Salmonella contamination of raw turkey products ‘might be widespread’
Health
November 15, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Here's a warning you'll want to heed before you pop the turkey in the oven on Thanksgiving! The Centers for…
Don’t make this big mistake when you’re shopping your prescriptions
Health
November 14, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
The power of the Internet makes shopping for the best prices on prescriptions so easy. But before you turn to…
Lower prices on meds are coming in 2019 from this huge pharmacy benefits manager
Insurance
November 13, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Express Scripts — one of the nation's leading pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) for both private employers and government health plans — has…
The real reason why many of those 2019 health plans are so cheap
Health
November 6, 2018
by:
Craig Johnson
With open enrollment having begun in earnest, it behooves those searching for health insurance plans for 2019 to know exactly…
4 things you need to know about open enrollment for 2019
Insurance
October 31, 2018
by:
Clark Howard
It's that time again: Open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act Marketplace starts November 1 and runs through December 15…
CarePass by CVS: New trial membership offers free prescription delivery and other savings
Health
October 31, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
CVS is rolling out a trial of a new loyalty program that has a lot of perks including free delivery…
Warning: Colored Halloween contacts can pose serious health risks
Health
October 30, 2018
by:
Charis Brown
With Halloween here, costume contact lenses — everything from cat eyes, zombies, to bright yellow or red lenses — are all…
4 dangerous stimulants that might be in the supplements you take
Health
October 25, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Dangerous stimulants that are banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are popping up in a variety of supplements,…
Pharmacists can now share a little-known prescription savings secret with you
Insurance
October 15, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Two new laws aim to free pharmacists from the shackles of insurance companies so they can let consumers know when…
You might be pleasantly surprised by the Medicare premium increases for 2019
Insurance
October 15, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
There's some relatively good news if you're on Medicare. The average recipient will see a slight rise in cost — in…
Secret ‘Medicine Ball’ tea added to Starbucks menu: Here’s the recipe
Health
October 15, 2018
by:
Michael Timmermann
A secret Starbucks menu item became such a hit with cold sufferers that the company has made it part of…
Need medical debt relief? New rules may help out
Money & Credit
October 11, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Is medical debt from surprise medical bills hurting your credit? You've got more options and more time than ever to…
UnitedHealthcare promises lower premiums, more freebies in 2019 Medicare plans
Insurance
October 3, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Tired of your Medicare costs constantly rising? One health insurer says they're doing something about it. RELATED: 8 things to know…
Costco Optical vs. Warby Parker vs. Zenni Optical: Who has the best prices on glasses?
Health
September 22, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
When it's time to buy a new pair of eyeglasses, where will you get the best price and service after…
Can I buy an Apple Watch 4 using money from my Health Savings Account?
Health
September 21, 2018
by:
Craig Johnson
The Apple Watch 4 Series made its debut in September of 2018 to critical acclaim. The latest Apple gadget has…
New Medicare card mailing schedule updated for September 2018
Health
September 20, 2018
by:
Michael Timmermann
New Medicare cards will be showing up in mailboxes before you know it! In a move to combat medical identity…
Make your own anti-aging serum for a fraction of what you would pay for Lancôme!
Health
September 19, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Recently, we brought you a simple homemade laundry detergent recipe from Clark.com reader Kathryn C. that didn't involve any grating or…
15 ways to save on prescription drugs
Health
September 13, 2018
by:
Charis Brown
If you've noticed prescription drug prices increasing dramatically over the past few years, you're not alone. The cost of prescription…
Medi-Share & other health care sharing ministries: What you need to know before signing up
Insurance
September 12, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
With the cost of health insurance for you and your family ever on the rise, a lot of people are…
Have a kid in college? You need these legal documents in place
Education
September 11, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
College is a time of great change for both parents and their kids. Kids are dealing with being on their…
Viral hospital bill appears to show $40 charge for dad to hold newborn
Insurance
September 7, 2018
by:
Craig Johnson
We all know that health care and medical bills in particular have gotten out of hand. Nowhere is that more…
When paying cash for prescriptions beats using insurance
Health
August 22, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
It's usually taken on faith by health care consumers that you can save big money on prescriptions when using your…
Doctor reveals the best way to prepare for your next appointment
Health
August 21, 2018
by:
Michael Timmermann
If you've ever felt rushed during a doctor's appointment, you won't be surprised to learn that physicians only give patients…
Walmart, Anthem partner to make OTC drugs more affordable to seniors
Health
August 20, 2018
by:
Theo Thimou
Beginning in January, Walmart and health insurer Anthem will give seniors citizens who live on a fixed income another way…