by Leslie Alford | Aug 6, 2026 | 1st, Colorado Health Insurance, Health Insurance
Colorado regulators approved a weighted average increase above 21% on 2026 individual market rates, and higher deductibles are what most households felt first. That is the pressure that sends people looking at hospital indemnity insurance, so let me tell you plainly...
by Leslie Alford | Jul 2, 2026 | 1st, Colorado Health Insurance, Health Insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance promises cash when a hospital stay hits, and with the average stay costing about $3,132 per day, that promise sounds tempting. In 2026, a Colorado family with a marketplace plan could owe up to $21,200 out of pocket before their plan pays...
by Christine Corsini | Jun 30, 2026 | 1st, Colorado Health Insurance, Health Insurance
Colorado health insurance costs reached a 10-year high in 2026, but most residents have more ways to reduce what they pay than they realize. Why Colorado Health Insurance Costs Surged in 2026 This year’s premium increases caught many Coloradans off guard....
by Leslie Alford | May 9, 2026 | 1st, Colorado Health Insurance, Health Insurance, Obamacare
Finding health insurance coverage for domestic partners in Colorado can be confusing. Key Takeaways Domestic partner health coverage in Colorado is not automatic. Unlike married couples, domestic partners do not qualify for spousal health benefits by default....
by Wiley Long | Mar 3, 2026 | 1st, Colorado Health Insurance, Health Insurance
Comparing Rocky Mountain Health Plans vs. Anthem BCBS of Colorado. Anthem BCBS and Rocky Mountain Health Plans RCHP are two of the leading health insurance options available to Colorado residents. Each of these carriers has advantages and disadvantages. Health...
by Leslie Alford | Jan 11, 2026 | 1st, Colorado Health Insurance, Health Insurance, Most Popular
Colorado fall means ski season is around the corner. It also means it is time to choose the right health insurance plan for 2026. While hitting the slopes is straightforward, selecting health coverage can be a bit more complex. With the open enrollment approaching,...