Zion HealthShare Blog
In-depth insights and perspectives on healthcare, community, and the future of health sharing
Can a Small Business Offer Health Sharing Rather Than Group Health Insurance?
The renewal notice shows up, and the number is higher again, for the third year in a row. The owner has two options on the table: eat the increase or cut the benefit entirely. Neither one feels right. Small business healthcare doesn't have to come down to picking the...
What We Actually Spend on Healthcare as Zion HealthShare Members
Wondering about the real cost of a Zion HealthShare membership? Not just the monthly fees, but the out-of-pocket expenses? A real Zion HealthShare customer and mother of two shares how she uses her membership, plus other services, to maintain high-quality healthcare...
How to Build a DPC and Health Sharing Stack
With the cost of health insurance skyrocketing and big corporations absorbing hospitals and private practices, it’s no surprise that many patients are exploring alternatives to traditional healthcare models. But figuring out how to choose an affordable plan that’s...
Is Zion HealthShare Right for You? An Honest Guide to Who Benefits Most
Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to looking after our health. Thanks to the internet and social media, we now know more about health conditions, and what happens if we develop them, than ever before. But with healthcare often being expensive, hard to...
Why Are Hospital Bills So Expensive? A Guide to Understanding Medical Pricing
Healthcare pricing can feel unpredictable but understanding how hospital bills are created can help you make more informed healthcare decisions. Learn why hospital bills vary, what influences medical costs, and how tools like price transparency and Good Faith...
Can You Join Zion HealthShare with Pre-Existing Conditions?
If you’ve ever had a health insurance plan, you’ve probably heard the term “pre-existing condition.” While policies vary, a pre-existing condition is generally any health issue or diagnosis a person had before enrolling in a new health plan. For example, if you were...
Navigating GLP-1 Prescription Costs with Zion HealthShare Membership
A few years ago, you’d likely only heard of a GLP-1 if you had diabetes. Now, the drug, which stands for Glucagon-Like-Peptide, is a popular weight loss medication that 12% of Americans have taken at some point. They are getting more attention now since the drugs...
What Is Eligible for Sharing with Zion HealthShare? What to Know Before Joining
If you are new to health sharing, one of the first questions you might ask is: What happens when I get the bill? It’s a fair question because most people tend to think about healthcare costs through health insurance, where the usual concern is what is “covered.”...
The Cost of Autism Diagnosis with Insurance vs. Self-Pay
If you’ve explored an autism diagnosis for a child or yourself, you’ve likely found that costs and coverage aren’t always straightforward. Provider estimates, insurance details, and wait times often don’t line up, leaving many people stuck in uncertainty while trying...








