The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) allows you to extend your health insurance benefits after you leave your job. Read all about it here.

Medicaid is government health insurance for low-income and disabled persons. Learn more about this benefit and how to find out if you qualify.

If your health insurance won't cover a particular treatment, you might want to appeal the decision; this step-by-step guide will tell you how.

Marriage, a new baby, divorce and other life changes call for modifying your health insurance. Learn what you need to do to keep your coverage updated.

Follow these 10 tips to get the most out of your health insurance. Learn how to determine your full benefits and how to choose good health care providers.

Learn about nondiscrimination policies that the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires health insurers to follow.

Read about the government health insurance plan for retirees, including who's eligible, how to enroll and what it costs.

Chronic illness or advanced age can necessitate long-term health care. Read about long term care insurance, covering things like assisted living and nursing care.

If you retire before the Medicare eligibility age of 65, keeping health insurance can be complicated. Read about the possibilities in this article.

This great resource on specific health insurance information for each state is clearly written for consumers. Each guide covers how to get and keep health insurance.

This is a good place to start your health insurance research. Find out about different insurance types and their requirements, and learn where to get more information.

It might be easier and cheaper than you think to get health insurance for your kids. Find out about free or low-cost government health insurance for children.

Before you fill your next prescription, read about how most health insurance companies cover prescription drugs.

Do you know what your health insurance will cover if you go to the emergency room? Find out in advance by completing this checklist.