US non profit organisation Fair Health has launched a free mobile app aimed at arming university students with the skills to make informed health insurance choices.
Colleges and universities can use the FH Consumer Classroom app to promote health insurance literacy on campus.
By using the app, students who are enrolling in new coverage – whether it is university-sponsored, through the marketplace or another source – can prepare to select, understand and use health plans.
Available on the Apple app store and Google Play, it provides access to the educational materials also found on Fair Health’s consumer website together with additional resources.
Robin Gelburd, president of Fair Health, said: “As pioneers of health insurance literacy, we recognise that the complex world of healthcare and health insurance is anything but intuitive.
“Young consumers need concrete guidance when they face the daunting task of navigating health insurance for the first time. We are excited to offer this new consumer app to help them make informed decisions about their coverage and care.”