The Health Insurance Primer

by HIAA Insurance Education

The Health Insurance Primer is for anyone in any field who wants to learn more about how health insurance works. This book is an excellent choice for both beginners and those with experience in the field. The authors assume no prior knowledge and begin by explaining basic concepts and terminology, but they progress to an in-depth examination of such topics as the various kinds of health insurance, health insurance contracts, underwriting, and sales and marketing. The authors have extensive experience in the health insurance industry and bring a practical, real-world perspective to the subject.

Paperback

Published July 1, 2000

Reviews

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book provided a good overview of health insurance terminology and types of coverage. A related workbook is available for those who are studying for a certification exam. Fortunately for me, that level of detail is not required in my job. The primer was published several years prior to passage of the Affordable Care Act, and some of its information is now outdated; however, it offers an interesting historical perspective on insurance trends and how/why the industry has developed.