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Frequent questions

Below you will find a complete list of questions and answers classified into five sections in order to guide the entire community with the following topics.

This technical information is provided by the WHO (World Health Organization.) And we hope it will be of great help to the community.
  • 1- How can PorTuSalud.com help you?
    We are a friendly platform, attended by licensed professionals who will guide you to properly carry out your Obamacare affiliation, analyzing your profile in order to find the best protection option for you and your family.
  • 2- Do you attend me in my language?
    We have licensed professionals in English and Spanish
  • 3- How can i communicate?
    We have different forms that allow us to communicate, we have instant messaging and a business line that will refer you to the different areas and extensions of advisers.
  • 1- How can I register for Obamacare?
    To register for Obamacare through the platform, you must fill out the application form (link) and an expert will analyze your case and provide you with the best option for each user profile. Or by phone +1 (407) 264 7114 throught our Whatsapp business line you can communicate with our licensed staff that will provide you with the best advice to obtaining government credit.
  • 2- How to register to Obamacare?
    After applying, make sure you have the following documents: Proof of your immigration status. In case of being a nationalized citizen, you need a passport or citizenship certificate. If you are a resident, your green card. If you have a work permit, you must have your card or proof that you are in the process of obtaining your social security number. Proof of Income. A licensed expert will guide you through the process of protecting your health and that of your family.
  • 3- How much does Obamacare insurance cost me?
    The price varies according to your age, sex and location. In addition to the type of coverage and doctors in network, our experts will guide you to choose the plan with the characteristics that best suit your needs.
  • 4- Are health insurance in the USA still mandatory?
    No, insurance is not mandatory, but having insurance is always the best option for any type of unexpected inconvenience.
  • 5- When does the Obamacare 2020 enrollment period start?
    The Official Obamacare Enrollment Period begins November 1st. It ends on December 15, 2020. Then comes what is called the Special Enrollment Period. Only people with special circumstances qualify.
  • 6- What are the differences between private health insurance and Obamacare?
    The main difference between private health insurance and health insurance from Obamacare is the price. While private insurance costs over $300, under the Obama care plan can cost zero or very little. The quality is the same, since the only thing that changes is the government's credit. At Obamacare enrollment we will help you with all of these.
  • 7- What insurance companies are listed on Obamacare 2020 in Florida?
    The insurances that remain working withObamacare are Florida Blue, Ambetter, Oscar, Bright Health and Molina.
  • 8- How does health insurance protect me against hospital debts?
    If you spend a week in the hospital, the amount for the services received is incalculable. Obamacare insurance or private health insurance gives you a maximum out-of-pocket expense each year. Above that amount, everything is covered by insurance. If the highest amount that we know for a person is $7,000, we already know that from a hospital bill of $100 thousand you only pay the first $7,000 and the rest is assumed by insurance.
  • 9- Why is it important to have licensed experts?
    Enrolling in health insurance is necessary. But it is essential that those who enroll you in Obamacare or in private health insurance know how to guide you in choosing the suitable insurance. A health insurance agent will know how to take the correct steps to avoid mistakes, violate ethics and confidentiality in the handling of your personal information. Hence the importance of enrolling with one of the Health Insurance experts. We guarantee our Obamacare enrollment services with professionalism.
  • 10- What does Obamacare health insurance cover for me?
    Obamacare insurance or government health insurance covers everything related to the clinical part. Primary doctor, specialists, laboratory tests, major exams, hospitalization, surgeries, pregnancy, pre-existing diseases. Obamacare health insurance gives you the peace of mind of being protected under any medical situation.
  • 11- What hospitals can I use with Obama's insurance?
    With Obama's Insurance, you can go through the emergency room of any of the hospitals in network. You must know in advance which hospitals are covered by your insurance to avoid any debt. This info appears in the provider network of each health insurance.
  • 12- Is there Obamacare for the undocumented?
    There really is no Obamacare for the undocumented. The Government is trying to insure the more than 11 million undocumented immigrants in the USA, but it has not yet been able to. Discount health plans are the best option for undocumented immigrants to have health insurance. You can access these with a fairly good coverage and similar to that of Obamacare.
  • 13- Positive points of Obamacare
    Obamacare has given health coverage to 23 million people across the USA. These people could not access health insurance previously due to high prices. In the same way, it covers pre-existing conditions and pregnancy, which were not previously covered by private insurance.
  • 1- What is a coronavirus?
    Coronaviruses are an extensive family of viruses that can cause disease in both animals and humans. In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections that can range from the common cold to more serious illnesses such as Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). The most recently discovered coronavirus causes coronavirus disease COVID-19.
  • 2- What is COVID-19?
    COVID-19 is the most recently discovered infectious disease caused by the coronavirus. Both the new virus and the disease were unknown before the outbreak in Wuhan, China, in December 2019.
  • 3- What are the symptoms of COVID-19?
    The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. Some patients may experience pain, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat, or diarrhea. These symptoms are usually mild and appear gradually. Some people become infected but do not develop any symptoms and are not ill. Most people (about 80%) recover from the disease without needing any special treatment. About 1 in 6 people who get COVID-19 develop a serious illness and have trouble breathing. Older people and those with underlying medical conditions, such as high blood pressure, heart problems, or diabetes, are more likely to develop serious illness. About 2% of people who have contracted the disease have died. People with fever, cough, and shortness of breath should seek medical attention.
  • 4- How is COVID-19 spread?
    A person can get COVID-19 from contact with someone who is infected with the virus. The disease can spread from person to person through droplets from the nose or mouth that are thrown out when an infected person coughs or exhales. These droplets fall on objects and surfaces around the person, so other people can get COVID-19 if they touch these objects or surfaces and then touch their eyes, nose, or mouth. They can also be spread by inhaling droplets that a person with COVID-19 has spread by coughing or exhaling. So it is important to stay more than 1 meter (3 feet) away from an ill person.
  • 1 - Stay home
    Except to get medical attention. Stay home: Most people with COVID-19 have a mild illness and can recover at home without medical attention. Do not leave your home except to seek medical attention. Do not visit public areas. Identify the closest medical care centers and designated phone numbers for emergencies in your area.
  • 2- Stay away from other people in your home
    This is called home insulation. Stay away from other people: As much as possible, stay away from others. If possible, you should stay in a "sick room" and away from other people in your home. Use a separate bathroom, if possible.
  • 3- Use a cloth that covers your nose and mouth
    You should wear a cloth cover for your face, over your nose and mouth if you need to be around other people, even at home.) Note: During the COVID-19 pandemic, medical grade face masks are reserved for healthcare workers and some first responders. You may need to improvise a fabric face covering with a scarf or kerchief.
  • 4- Cover your nose and mouth when you cough and sneeze
    Cover up: Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Dispose: Throw away used disposable tissues in a trash can with a plastic bag inside. Wash your hands: Wash your hands right away with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If you don't have soap and water, clean them with an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
  • 5- Avoid sharing household items for personal use
    Don't share plates, glasses, cups, silverware, towels, or bedding with others in your home. Wash them well after each use: After using these items, wash them well with soap and water or put them in the dishwasher.
  • 6- Watch your symptoms
    Common symptoms of COVID-19 include fever and cough. Difficulty breathing is a more serious symptom that means you should get medical attention. If you have trouble breathing, seek medical attention, but call ahead. Call your doctor or emergency room before you go, and tell them about your symptoms. They will tell you what to do. Wear a cloth face cover (cover your nose and mouth): Put on the cloth face cover when you leave home or when you are around other people. You don't need to use the face cloth cover if you are alone. If you can't put a cloth over your face (due to breathing problems, for example), cover your coughs and sneezes in some other way. Try to stay at least 6 feet away from other people. This will help protect the people around you. Follow the care instructions from your health care provider and local health department - local health authorities will give you directions on how to check your symptoms and report the information.
  • 7- What should I avoid doing
    Smoke Wear several masks Taking antibiotics without prescription In any case, if you have a fever, cough, and shortness of breath, try to get medical attention as soon as possible to reduce the risk of developing a more serious infection, and be sure to inform your health care provider about your recent trips.
  • 8- Filter your information sources
    Identify media from trusted and professional sources, as well as state communication channels. Be careful not to pay attention to fake news.
  • 1- Can you drink alcohol to stop the virus in your throat?
    Drinking alcohol will not protect you from COVID-19 and could be dangerous Frequent or excessive alcohol consumption can increase the risk of health problems.
  • 2- Holding your breath for more than 10 seconds and coughing are symptoms of covid-19?
    Just being able to hold your breath for ten seconds or more without coughing or feeling discomfort DOES NOT mean you do not have coronavirus disease (COVID-19) or any other lung disease. The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are dry cough, tiredness, and fever. Some people can develop more serious forms of the disease, such as pneumonia. The best way to know if you have the virus that causes COVID-19 disease is to have a laboratory test. You will not be able to leave doubts carrying out this breathing exercise, which could even be dangerous.
  • 3- Does a person recover after contracting COVID-19?
    You can recover from coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Getting the new coronavirus does NOT mean that you will keep it for life. Most people who get COVID-19 can recover and remove the virus from their bodies. If you do get the disease, be sure to treat your symptoms. If you have a cough, fever, and shortness of breath, seek medical attention quickly, but first call your health center. Most patients recover thanks to supportive care.
  • 4- Does bathing in hot water prevent infection with the new COVID-19?
    Bathing in hot water does not provide any protection against COVID-19. Regardless of the temperature of the bath or shower water, the body temperature will continue to be from 36.5 ° C to 37 ° C. In fact, if the water is too hot you can get burned. The best thing you can do to protect yourself from COVID-19 is to wash your hands frequently to remove viruses that may be on its surface and not spread by touching your eyes, mouth and nose.
  • 5- Can the new coronavirus be transmitted through mosquito bites?
    The new coronavirus is a respiratory virus that is spread primarily by contact with an infected person through respiratory droplets that are generated when that person coughs or sneezes, for example, or through droplets of saliva or discharge from the nose. To date there is no information or evidence to indicate that 2019-nCoV can be transmitted by mosquitoes. To protect yourself, avoid close contact with anyone who has a fever and cough, and practice good hand and respiratory hygiene.
  • 6- Do pneumonia vaccines protect against the new coronavirus?
    No. Pneumonia vaccines, such as pneumococcal and Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) vaccine, do not protect against the new coronavirus. The 2019-nCoV is so new and different that it is necessary to develop a specific vaccine, which is already being worked on with the support of the WHO. Although pneumonia vaccines are not effective against 2019 ‑ nCoV, vaccination against respiratory diseases is highly desirable to maintain good health
  • 7- Should I rinse my nose regularly with saline to prevent getting coronavirus?
    No. There is no evidence to suggest that this practice protects against infection with the new coronavirus. Although some evidence indicates that rinsing your nose regularly with saline can speed recovery after a common cold, it has not been shown to prevent respiratory infections.
  • 8- Can eating garlic help prevent getting infected with coronavirus?
    Garlic is a healthy food that may have some antimicrobial properties. However, there has been no evidence that eating it protects against the virus causing the current outbreak.
  • 9- Are antibiotics effective in preventing and treating coronavirus?
    No. Antibiotics are effective against bacteria, but not against viruses. Since the new coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is a virus, antibiotics should not be used to prevent or treat infection. However, if you become infected with this virus and are hospitalized, you may be given antibiotics to prevent bacterial infections.