1. Check the hospitals and urgent care centers of the places that you are going. When you are away from home you many tend to panic because you are in a unfamiliar place, so knowing where you can go ahead of time can save you the panic and money.

2. Call your agent. If it’s not an emergency situation then call your agent, and they can look where you need to go. Hometown Benefits Group will always be there to help. If your agent is on another line, then call the main office at 471-831-1566.

3. Call the number on the back of your insurance card. Your insurance company will direct you where to go so you can stay in network.

4. Don’t panic. The most important thing is getting help at a medical facility. Remember we are here to help no matter where your ventures may take you.

1. Understand your personal policy. Every policy is different, so make sure you understand where you
   should go, what is covered, and what is not. If you are unclear about anything call your agent before you go to the doctor or hospital. This will help you in the long run.
2. Stay in network whenever possible. Many people have called and don’t know why a claim was not covered. Many times it was due to being out of network. If you don’t know where you can go, then call your agent. If you travel outside the state and get hurt, call your agent so they can direct you to the right place. If you can’t get a hold of your agent and it’s an emergency, call 417-831-1566 or 417-862-3322.
3. Don’t go to the emergency room if at all possible. Sometimes it is a must, but if you can go to your regular doctor or even urgent care, then exhaust those two options first. The emergency room is very expensive, and most claims can be cut in half, if not more, by going to a regular doctor or urgent care center.
4. Always file your insurance whether you have a co-pay or not. Whenever you can file your insurance, even if that procedure is not covered, or whatever the case may be, you need to file your insurance because most of the time you will get a 30% discount through the network.
5. Don’t just pay your claims before really diving in. This is where we come in. Most incorrect claims are due to the doctor or hospital sending in the wrong codes to the insurance companies. If a claim doesn’t look correct, then contact your agent so we can see what is going on. Most of the time it’s an easy fix. Insurance companies only read and see codes sent from your providers, and sometimes those codes are not coded correctly.

According to a 2007 American Massage Therapy Association survey, almost a quarter of all adult Americans had at least one massage in the previous year. And, they have a wide range of reasons for doing so. More and more people — especially baby boomers — recognize the health benefits of massage. They choose from among many massage styles to get relief from symptoms or to heal injuries, to help with certain health conditions, and to promote overall wellness.We have found and used a trusted source for massages in Springfield, MO. Her name is Melinda, and her website is www.melindasmassagetherapy.com. Regardless of who you choose to be your therapist, we highly recommend using the benefits of massage for whatever you personally may need it for.

We offer several discounts to save money on your policy. Be sure to review these with the drivers in your household and take advantage of the many discounts that may be appropriate for you, including:

• Excellent Driver. Rewards you for years of claim-free driving.
• Multi-Car. Additional savings when you insure multiple cars with many carriers.
• Anti-Theft & Safety Devices. Alarms, airbags and more can both protect you and your vehicle – and reduce your premium.
• Automatic Payment.Additional discounts are often available when you enroll in automatic payment plans or payroll deduction plans through your employer.
• Age 65 & Older. Even more savings for those aged 65 and better.
• Good Student. Students licensed fewer than six years who provide proof of their “good student” status qualify for a 10 percent discount.

Obviously no one ever wants to have to file an insurance claim but you can rest assured that if and when you do, we’ll be available to help expedite the filing process so you can get on with your life.

We’ve been providing insurance solutions tailored to meet our clients’ unique needs for XX years. Let us tailor a package that’s right for you. Contact us to schedule your no-cost, no-obligation consultation today.

One of the most important parts of your homeowners policy is the liability coverage, in the event that a person is injured while on your property. In today’s litigious environment, taking every precaution to prevent injury around the home is more critical than ever. Outside the home, keep all pruning tools, hoses, and gardening implements stored out of harms way. Make sure all walkways are properly lit and free of obstacles. Inspect your home after repairmen have been on the premises, assuring they have not left equipment out. Installing lighting, security alarms, and other equipment can help keep you free of litigious exposure and also lower your homeowners insurance expenses.

Contact us if you would like a no-obligation quote for homeowners insurance or learn more.

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