BenefitPackages.com Announces the Sale of New Consumer-Driven Health Plans From Blue Cross of California

Woodland Hills, CA (PRWeb) February 19, 2007 -- BenefitPackages.com is pleased to announce the availability of a new consumer-driven health plan (CDHP) from Blue Cross of California. The Blue Cross Lumenos plans provide first-dollar coverage for a variety of preventive healthcare services. Plan members can choose between a Health Savings Account plan or a Health Incentive Plan that gives members money for participating in wellness programs.

"Blue Cross believes they can provide more benefit for the dollar because people are demonstrating a growing interest in living both a smarter and healthier lifestyle," said Larry Hurwitz, president of BenefitPackages.com. "One of the nicest features of this plan is that it provides 100% coverage for many preventive care services. If we can help people make intelligent lifestyle choices that are cost-effective and lead to better overall health, then everyone wins."

Blue Cross of California is currently offering 3 Lumenos plans:

•    Lumenos HSA -- This Health Savings Account plan lets members save tax-free money to pay for healthcare. This money accrues interest, and taxable income is reduced by the amount deposited each year.

•    Lumenos HIA -- The Lumenos Health Incentive Account plan allows members to earn money by participating in health and wellness programs. Members can spend this money on health-related expenses as they choose.

•    Lumenos HIA Plus -- The Lumenos Health Incentive Account Plus plan contributes $500 ($1,000 for family plans) annually to pay for healthcare expenses (allocations are made quarterly). Members are also eligible to earn money by participating in wellness programs. Funds left in the account at the end of the year roll over to the next year.

All of Lumenos Plans also include:

•    Physician Office Visits                                                                                                                  
•    Inpatient Hospital Services
•    Outpatient Surgery Services
•    Diagnostic X-rays/Lab Tests
•    Emergency Hospital Services
•    Inpatient and Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
•    Maternity Care
•    Chiropractic Care
•    Prescription Drugs
•    Home Health care and Hospice Care
•    Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapy Services

All of the new Lumenos Health Savings & Health Incentive Plans pay for covered benefits at 100% after the deductible is satisfied. Deductibles range from $1,500 to $5,000.

"For everything you get, these plans are surprisingly affordable," noted Mr. Hurwitz.

About BenefitPackages.com
BenefitPackages.com is owned and operated by Larry Hurwitz. California Health Insurance Mr. Hurwitz has been in the insurance business since 1987, and is a second-generation insurance consultant. He is a graduate of Occidental College in Los Angeles, and the College for Financial Planning in Denver, Colorado. His agency represents many major medical insurance carriers, including Blue Cross of California, and helps individuals, families, and small businesses find the coverage they need by offering free online quotes for consumers looking for California health insurance. BenefitPackages.com is a designated Blue Cross Premier Agency.

BenefitPackages.com is based in Woodland Hills, California.

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