Plain-English guides
Short, practical articles that explain ACA plans, HSAs, COBRA alternatives, and small-business options.
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Making health insurance simpler, clearer, and more human.
HealthPlanBrief was created to help individuals and small businesses understand their coverage options — without jargon, hidden agendas, or sales pressure. We believe everyone deserves clear, practical guidance for choosing the right plan.
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Our mission
Empower people to make confident, informed decisions about their health coverage by translating complex insurance information into plain English.
- Independent, unbiased guidance
- Simple, clear explanations
- Resources you can trust
- Direct access to licensed specialists when you need help
What we do
Actionable checklists
Quick steps and trade-offs to help you compare plans and avoid common pitfalls.
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