Health insurance offers you financial protection in case you have an accident or serious illness. No one plans to get sick or hurt, at some point they will need medical attention.

People without health coverage are at risk of running into large debt and even bankruptcy or ruining their credit.

It's easy to underestimate how much medical expenses can cost:

• Treatment for a broken leg can cost $ 7,500.

• The average cost for a three-day hospital stay is approximately $ 30,000.

• Comprehensive cancer care can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Having health insurance can protect you from high and unexpected costs like these, plus you will have access to preventive services, vaccinations, and screenings at no cost to you - a key step to good health and wellness.