First Timer Seeking "Health Conscious" Insurance

[sballati]

Hi everyone,

I am just now converting to full veganism after over a decade of being a self-defined vegetarian. I've always been healthy, but I feel better than ever now, in my second month. It was an intensive course in nutrition that prompted me to make this big step -- and it is a BIG step (although it is mostly in the form of paying even more attention to the fine print on packaging). I've had to respond to more questions, attacks and non-comprehending looks than ever before, but I take this as an amusing part of the lifestyle (that fully exercises the compassion ethic). At the same time, support from a group such as at VegFamily is absolutely necessary to keep on a steady course. Thanks to you all for just being there.

One change I am hoping to make is to find a health insurance coverage policy that would best suit my conditions. I am leery of policies that boast "4,000 hospitals nationwide", mainly because I do not trust standard medical treatments without the backing of a good nutritionist that understands vegan needs.

I was wondering if anyone might have some advice on how and where to look for a progressive, open minded, "health-conscious" health insurance policy.

Thanks for your help. Cheer!

[sballati]

Maybe I asked the wrong question :(

My situation is that I have lived overseas for 14 years and have never held insurance in the United States. I know absolutely nothing about selecting a policy. I was wondering if there are items to look for that might be associated with being vegan (i.e. is a nutrionist always covered, what if the nearest designated hospital insists on supplying dairy products, etc.)

I really haven't a clue what to look for or what to look out for. Maybe there is nothing special to look for.

If anyone has a comment, I would really appreciate the help. :confused:

[Erin Pavlina]

In my experience, vegans are treated no differently by the health insurance system than omnis.

We have longed to find a health plan that took into account our lifestyle and gave us a break on health care. My husband has had health insurance for years and has never had to even see a doctor becuase he is so healthy. It sucks that he has to pay so much. But that's the way it is.

Sorry i can't be of more help.

[sballati]

Thanks Erin, that helps put the insurance issue into perspective.

BTW, your book Raising Vegan Children arrived in the mail today. I couldn't help but skim through it (for half an hour) and can't wait to sit down and absorb it cover to cover. It looks fantastic. Thank you so much.

[Erin Pavlina]

I'm glad! Did it arrive in good condition? I want to make sure that shipping to Singapore works well. Let me know.

[sballati]

It's in perfect condition. The Japanese postal services are impeccable.

[Erin Pavlina]

Great, thanks for letting me know!