StarthealthReviews of starthealth.com

I’ve had a great experience with Start Health. Healthcare is confusing and frustrating, especially when it comes to costs and unexpected bills, and I really appreciate that Start is trying to do things differently. What stands out most is the people. You’re able to talk to real people who actually care about helping you navigate the process. It’s refreshing to see a company challenge such an outdated system and approach healthcare in a way that feels more personal and straightforward.

Start Health coverage is not as good as traditional health insurance, but yes the premium is about half the cost. If you don't use insurance and just want to spend less each month on health insurance premiums, then this insurance is for you. However, if you would like to be paying premiums for a health insurance that will actually pay your healthcare bills, this is not the insurance for you. What a scam. They make it sound so simple, just submit the receipts. But the documentation they require is not usually provided by medical providers or pharmacies, especially when presenting as self-pay. You have to really work for it, and even sometimes you still can't get it. And when you do get it, Start Health only pays you pennies on the dollar. And no, the "No Surprise Act" does not require providers to provide itemized billing statements with CPT codes. I reported my provider to CMS for refusing to provide it and CMS said the "No Surprise Act" only requires providers to provide a good faith estimate prior to the service and the ability to dispute charges if they are $400 more than the Good Faith Estimate, so there's that. (When I had issues getting these statements, Start Health told me providers were required to provide these statements by law, under the "No Surprise Act.) Then, if you do manage to get a reimbursement, or rather a credit to your deductible, its at a fraction of what you are charged, even with the self-pay discounts. They want you to shop around, but when I fell and broke my ankle one evening, after all Insta-care locations were closed, I didn't exactly have the luxury of shopping around.

I never realized I could shop for healthcare and find better deals until I joined Start Health. It's saved me a ton!

Start Health has been a game changer for me and my family! The savings on our monthly premiums have been substantial compared to traditional health insurance, allowing us to redirect those funds into our HSA. This gives us more control over our healthcare spending and peace of mind knowing we’re building a financial cushion for future medical expenses. Plus, the flexibility to choose any doctor we prefer is an added bonus. Highly recommend Start Health for anyone looking for a smarter, more cost-effective approach to healthcare!

Start Health is amazing! The coverage is as good as traditional insurance and the monthly premiums are half of what I paid under the Healthcare Marketplace. Darien in support was super helpful!