Zion HealthShare Newsroom
Updates, announcements, and expert commentary on what’s shaping healthcare today
Big 2026 Update: HSA Funds Can Now Be Used for Direct Primary Care Memberships
"[Direct Primary Care] allows for deeper connections and a stronger therapeutic relationship. It gives me the opportunity to fully understand a patient’s history, lifestyle, and goals, which leads to more personalized and effective care. This model fosters trust and...
Meet the Newest Members of the Zion HealthShare Board
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- Zion HealthShare added three new board members: Wendy Elkington Stabler, Sid Rao, and Leo Rocha.
- Each brings valuable experience to strengthen the Zion HealthShare community.
- Their leadership supports Zion HealthShare’s growth as an affordable, people-first medical cost-sharing community.
The Heart of Zion HealthShare: Community, Connection, and our Namesake
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- Zion HealthShare is named after Zion National Park, symbolizing sanctuary, unity, and community values.
- Founded in St. George, Utah, Zion HealthShare is a nonprofit medical cost-sharing community open to individuals, families, and businesses.
- Members contribute monthly to share eligible medical expenses, promoting affordability and mutual support.
- Zion HealthShare emphasizes transparency, simplicity, wellness, and freedom to choose any provider.
- Zion HealthShare was named the #1 Overall Top Rated HealthShare for 2025, due to its community-focused model.
How to Save on Prescription Drug Costs in 2025
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- U.S. prescription drug spending reached $378 billion in 2023, driven by unregulated prices, PBMs, and limited generics.
- Strategies to reduce costs include comparing prices, choosing generics, and leveraging assistance or government programs.
- Zion HealthShare members access Zion RxShare for steep prescription discounts, transparent pricing, and convenient home delivery.
- Zion HealthShare’s community-driven approach reduces financial stress and simplifies healthcare for members.
Navigating State Mandates: How Zion HealthShare Fits In
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- Some states, including California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Washington D.C., and Washington State, require residents to maintain qualifying health coverage or claim an exemption.
- Zion HealthShare is a nonprofit health sharing community and not insurance, but members in many states may qualify for exemptions from individual mandate penalties.
- Exemption eligibility varies by state and may require submitting specific tax forms, such as FTB 3853 in California or D-210 in Washington D.C.
- Washington State has stricter regulations, and Zion HealthShare does not currently qualify as a Health Care Sharing Ministry under state law.
- Members should review their state’s rules, submit required documentation, and consult a tax professional to ensure compliance with health coverage mandates.
Zion HealthShare’s Guide to Outdoor Fitness and Activities
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- Explore how outdoor activities boost physical health, reduce stress, and improve mood.
- Discover fun ways to stay active outside, from hiking and biking to yoga in nature.
- Learn how connecting with nature supports both personal wellness and environmental appreciation.
Zion HealthShare: Your Partner in Health
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- Discover how Zion HealthShare brings people together to share eligible medical expenses and support one another.
- Learn how membership simplifies healthcare costs through community and compassion.
- Explore the freedom to choose any provider without network restrictions.
- Find out how easy it is to join and become part of a transparent, affordable health-sharing community.
How Zion HealthShare Supports New Year’s Resolutions
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- Learn how Zion HealthShare helps members reach their New Year health goals through community and choice.
- Explore flexible Initial Unshareable Amount (IUA) options that fit your financial and health needs.
- See how transparent guidelines promote fairness and accountability in medical cost sharing.
- Understand Zion HealthShare’s simple three-step process for submitting and sharing medical expenses.
- Discover how families and individuals alike benefit from a supportive, transparent, and inclusive healthshare community.
Washington Statement
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- Washington law confirms that health care sharing ministries, also known as health shares, are not considered health carriers or insurers.
- Zion HealthShare, founded after 1999, does not meet the state’s health care sharing ministry definition.
- Zion HealthShare remains committed to returning to Washington and appreciates the support and patience of members and prospective members.
Growth and Progress at Zion HealthShare
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- Zion HealthShare has grown to about 60,000 members in five years, making it one of the largest healthshare communities.
- Member satisfaction and word-of-mouth referrals are the primary drivers of our rapid growth.
- Member Advocates provide personalized support to help members find reasonably priced, high-quality providers.
- Most sharing requests are processed within 2 to 4 weeks, reflecting our streamlined, scalable systems.
- Zion HealthShare emphasizes transparency, community accountability, and simple membership guidelines.
5 Tips for Navigating Zion HealthShare
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- Zion HealthShare simplifies healthcare by focusing on community-based medical cost sharing, not insurance.
- Members contribute a set monthly amount based on age, family size, and chosen Initial Unshareable Amount (IUA).
- Members can visit any healthcare provider and often save by comparing prices and using outpatient facilities.
- Always request an itemized bill to help identify potential errors and support sharing requests.
- Members are encouraged to prioritize healthy living to reduce long-term medical costs and promote better health.