Liberty HealthShare News and Blog

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Healthy at Every Age: Men's Health Tips

Amy Hagen: Oct 16, 2026 2:36 PM

It can be hard to separate out what’s just noise and what’s valuable when it comes to caring for our health. This is especially true for men, who...

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How Liberty HealthShare Compares to Other Healthcare Sharing Ministries

Liberty HealthShare: Oct 13, 2026 5:12 PM

About 1.5 million Americans now take part in healthcare sharing, up from fewer than 200,000 in 2010, according to MinistryWatch. As the model’s...

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Exploring an Alternative to Marketplace Health Insurance During Marketplace Open Enrollment

Liberty HealthShare: Oct 9, 2026 11:34 AM

Open enrollment for Affordable Care Act marketplace plans runs from November 1, 2026, through January 15, 2027, in most states. For many households,...

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While healthcare costs rise, Liberty HealthShare is lowering Co-Shares

Liberty HealthShare: Oct 9, 2026 11:26 AM

Changes mark third consecutive year of sharing program enhancements At a time when healthcare costs continue to rise across the country, Liberty...

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Liberty HealthShare's Membership-Based Model for Ongoing Primary Care

Liberty HealthShare: Sep 2, 2026 2:13 PM

Liberty HealthShare is a membership-based healthcare sharing ministry built around ongoing primary care: routine doctor visits, annual wellness...

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Steps for a Surgical Procedure

Amy Hagen: Sep 2, 2026 11:13 AM

At some point in our lives, many of us will face a medical condition that requires surgery. Some procedures are more invasive than others, and some...

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Are There Annual or Lifetime Limits on Health Sharing?

Liberty HealthShare: Aug 13, 2026 11:18 AM

Every healthcare sharing ministry sets some kind of limit on how much can be shared for an individual's eligible medical needs. What varies from...

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Why More Americans Are Exploring Alternatives to Health Insurance | Becker's Healthcare Podcast

Liberty HealthShare: Jul 8, 2026 12:33 PM

Why are more Americans exploring alternatives to health insurance?

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Are there annual or lifetime caps on what healthsharing plans will share?

Liberty HealthShare: Jun 10, 2026 3:27 PM

Liberty HealthShare’s core healthcare sharing programs do not have annual or lifetime sharing caps. Sharing limits are set per incident, not per...

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Liberty HealthShare Reduces Monthly Share Amounts for the Second Straight Year

Liberty HealthShare: May 26, 2026 3:28 PM

At a time when many Americans are facing rising healthcare costs, Liberty HealthShare is continuing to move in a different direction.

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Liberty HealthShare Makes Medicare Cost Sharing Even More Affordable for Seniors

Liberty HealthShare: May 22, 2026 12:17 PM

Retirees and seniors living on fixed incomes continue to feel the impact of rising healthcare costs. That’s why Liberty HealthShare is taking another...

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Maternity and Liberty HealthShare - What You Should Know

Amy Hagen: May 20, 2026 3:44 PM

The argument could be made that there is no time more exciting than welcoming new life into the world! When your family is growing, the last thing...

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What the Return of More Than $2 Million to Liberty HealthShare's Members Means for 2026

Liberty HealthShare: May 13, 2026 10:15 AM

Liberty HealthShare announced that more than $2 million will be returned to its members in May 2026 while reducing monthly share contributions for...

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Liberty HealthShare to Return More Than $2 Million to Members, Reduce Monthly Share Costs in 2026

Liberty HealthShare: May 11, 2026 10:15 AM

In an era when most health care organizations are increasing costs, Liberty HealthShare is returning more than $2 million to its members and reducing...

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What is a balance bill, and what should I do if my provider bills more than the fair and reasonable amount?

Liberty HealthShare: Apr 29, 2026 10:37 AM

A balance bill is a medical bill from a healthcare provider billing a member for the difference between the Provider’s total billed charges less any...

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After I meet my AUA, what portion of medical expenses are eligible for member sharing?

Liberty HealthShare: Apr 9, 2026 4:42 PM

Meeting your Annual Unshared Amount (AUA) is the point at which the opportunity for community sharing begins but your sharing program may also...

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What is an Annual Unshared Amount (AUA)?

Liberty HealthShare: Apr 2, 2026 12:14 PM

The Annual Unshared Amount (AUA) is the amount you must pay directly to your provider on an annual basis before member sharing begins. It is one of...

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Stand-Alone Labs vs Hospital-Based Services

Amy Hagen: Apr 1, 2026 3:48 PM

During the course of a regular doctor’s appointment your provider may, based on your needs and history, order a variety of labs and testing. The...

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Primary Care in a Sharing Model: What's Included, What's Not, and Smart Ways to Plan

Liberty HealthShare: Mar 24, 2026 4:29 PM

Primary care—routine doctor visits, wellness checkups, managing chronic conditions, and everyday health needs—forms the foundation of staying...

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Pre-existing Conditions: Waiting Periods, Eligibility, and What 'Shareable' Means

Liberty HealthShare: Mar 20, 2026 11:37 AM

Pre-existing conditions and waiting periods are among the most important factors to understand when evaluating healthcare sharing. This guide...

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Being an Active Consumer of Healthcare: Empowering Yourself and Our Community

Amy Hagen: Mar 18, 2026 10:07 AM

When is the last time that you’ve been to the aquarium? One of the most interesting parts is always the jellyfish. They’re like little oceanic...

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Cost & Value Hub: What You Actually Pay in a Healthshare Before Your Expenses are Eligible for Sharing

Liberty HealthShare: Mar 11, 2026 3:47 PM

Healthcare costs continue rising nationwide, but Liberty HealthShare offers an alternative approach focused on affordability and transparency....

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Hospital Bill Playbook: How Medical Cost-Sharing Works for Major Events

Liberty HealthShare: Mar 5, 2026 12:51 PM

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Love in Action: A Faith-Based Approach to Healthcare Sharing

Liberty HealthShare: Feb 25, 2026 6:17 PM

“By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” As a faith-based, biblically-founded non-profit healthcare...

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Stewarding Our Community: The Role and Process of Fair and Reasonable Pricing

Liberty HealthShare: Feb 13, 2026 8:57 AM

Liberty HealthShare is first and foremost a community of like-minded individuals and families who come together under the biblical mandate of sharing...

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How can a healthshare help lower my medical spending and healthcare costs?

Liberty HealthShare: Feb 5, 2026 3:17 PM

Liberty HealthShare can help reduce what you pay for medical care through a transparent cost structure, and a community model designed to keep...

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Does Liberty HealthShare count as insurance?

Liberty HealthShare: Jan 30, 2026 3:07 PM

No, Liberty HealthShare is not insurance and does not count as insurance coverage. This is an important distinction that affects both legal status...

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Are HealthShare Programs Legitimate?

Liberty HealthShare: Jan 27, 2026 11:03 AM

Yes, healthcare sharing ministries are legitimate organizations that provide an alternative approach to healthcare financing for individuals who...

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What is the difference between insurance and a healthshare?

Liberty HealthShare: Jan 21, 2026 2:51 PM

Health insurance is a regulated contract that guarantees payment of covered claims. A healthshare (healthcare sharing ministry) like Liberty...

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Flexible Work, Flexible Healthcare: Another Option for Gig Workers

Liberty HealthShare: Jan 9, 2026 6:24 PM

As Americans feel the squeeze from all angles of the economy, from groceries to car payments to housing, more people are turning to the flexibility...