Arizona Maternity Insurance Comparison By Matthew Irons Quick Comparison of Good Maternity Plans in Arizona As an independent insurance broker focusing on Arizona health insurance it is my job to listen to my clients and understand their situation and find the best plan for them. What I have found is that everyone's situation is different and not one single plan is best for everyone. When searching for a maternity plan I cross reference 3 variables: 1). Waiting Period: This is how long a person must wait before they can experience this benefit. 2). Amount of Coverage 3). Affordability. I have found three plans that have the best ranges for the given parameters above. --American Community: Community Flex This is by far the most affordable maternity plan on the market. Usually maternity coverage is an optional benefit, but with the Community Flex plan it is a standard benefit. Also, the waiting period is only 3 months as opposed to the usual 12 to 15 month waiting period. What American Community has done is provide the maternity coverage with a separate maternity deductible. Eventhough the deductible is quite large, what the customer experiences is the PPO wholesale repricing. This wholesale pricing saves the customer a significant amount of money. --Assurant: Coremed Elite The Assurant plan is also very good as well. It too only has a 3 month waiting period. This plan also uses the same concept of a separate maternity deductible, however, the deductible can be very low. The thing to keep in mind with this plan is that it is the most expensive out of the three options. --GoldenRule (UnitedHealthOne): Copay Select This plan is great if you do not want any sort of waiting period. Once you sign up for the plan and you select the optional maternity rider you experience the maternity benefits from day 1. This plan would be the next most affordable plan on the market. The only downfall with this plan is that it is technically not maternity "insurance". What GoldenRule has done is provide an amount of money that is used for maternity charges. As you stay on the plan longer the more money you are allocated. In addition, you may not experience the PPO repricement (you are only able to experience this benefit if the hospital or doctor allow you to participate). Hopefully after reading my commentary on maternity plans this will help guide you on your quest for a plan that fits your needs and situation. If you have further questions please give me a call at: 602-573-4198   It's So Easy! Click To Get Your FREE Quote NOW! For Any Questions Relating To Your Arizona Health Insurance Needs Please Contact: Matthew Irons - Irons Family Insurance- 602-573-4198 matt@ironsfamilyinsurance.com