What’s the difference between the health plans that will be offered through the health insurance exchanges? One way to tell is by their “metallic” designation. The value of the plan depends on the metal (just like in the Olympics). The health insurance exchanges are coming soon. Your state might have a state-based exchange, a partnership exchange between the federal government and your state, or a federally run exchange. Certain things will be the same at all exchanges, no matter which way your state selected to go. Every exchange will offer plans that are bronze, silver, gold, and platinum. Each plan … Continue reading →