After all the work I did researching policies it was discovered that I have a pre-existing condition and qualify for nothing, so I must enroll in COBRA. It will be interesting to see what happens in October. I have been told that I might wind up paying $200 more or 10% less.

I really shouldn't complain about the premium.. I was hospitalized for a week in 2011. In addition to that I had two bike accidents one requiring an ambulance and 4 day hospital stay, the other was outpatient surgery. Both accidents were a result of stupidity of my part. I have since learned how to be VERY CAREFUL AND OBSERVANT! (plus I got a new bike)

I have also seen a mental health doctor numerous times.
I've used the prescription co-pay at least five times a year.

In the last 5 years I bet I have had nearly 85k in claims.

So today I am happy about having the insurance even if it is expensive.

Note: One of my friends is paying $562 a month. She said it the premium went up the minute she hit 62. She told me that one of her prescriptions was around $400. Her plan paid $0.44. Not a typo. She also has a pre-existing condition so she also has limited insurance options. I wonder how Obama care will affect her and me.