Brandon Parrish

Brandon Parrish

"The views expressed on this blog are my own and do not reflect the views of any of the companies that I represent."

“I don’t want to raise a red flag with my insurance company by asking them if I am covered while riding or racing Motocross.”  “I always tell the hospitals and doctors that I fell off a ladder.”  These are two of the most common things I here from riders.  Do you think it is smart to risk finding out after you get hurt that you are not covered, and now you owe the hospital for the entire bill because your policy excluded motocross?  I didn’t think so.  So don’t be that guy [or girl] and take the chance, get the right motocross insurance policy from the get go.  You will be surprised to find out that it is not more expensive, you just have to find the right insurance company that doesn’t exclude your hobby, and we can do that for you!

How do I know this?  Because action sports insurance is my specialty; I have participated in action sports for the majority of my life and in 2003 I fell into the insurance business.  As my passion for action sports took its course I developed this niche service.  My main focus is providing insurance solutions for individuals and families by making 100% certain that they are not excluded from any insurance claims resulting from your hobby or occupation by having the correct insurance policy from the start. 

If you are riding or racing Motocross there are several things you should do today to protect yourself: First, you want to contact all of your insurance companies by calling the toll free number on the back of your insurance card. This number can also be found in your insurance policy certificate.  When you speak with the insurance company, tell them your policy ID number and explain to them exactly what you plan to participate in, and then simply ask them if you will be covered if you got hurt.  If they say you are covered, ask for a reference number; noting the representatives name, date, and time of the call.  Put that note in a safe place!  Should an unfortunate situation arise and there are any discrepancies in your claim, you will have a legal document stating you were covered while participating in your activity.  Second, you should ask your health insurance provider how much they will cover and the details if you need an ambulance ride and or life flight helicopter ride.  A lot of companies will only pay up to a certain amount; for example $1,000 after your deductible.  With the average cost of a life flight being around $18,000 that can be a huge exposure to your financial well being and we offer a Life Flight/Ambulance/Repatriation plan to protect that risk as well. 

If you have any doubt at all about your current situation, you should start by getting some quotes here on RiderSurance.com and we will follow up with you to evaluate your specific situation.

Are you taking advantage of your covered preventive service benefit's provided under your health insurance policy? 

If you have a new health insurance plan or insurance policy beginning on or after September 23, 2010, the following preventive services must be covered without your having to pay a copayment or co-insurance or meet your deductible. This applies only when these services are delivered by a network provider.

Covered Preventive Services for Adults

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm one-time screening for men of specified ages who have ever smoked
  • Alcohol Misuse screening and counseling
  • Aspirin use for men and women of certain ages
  • Blood Pressure screening for all adults
  • Cholesterol screening for adults of certain ages or at higher risk
  • Colorectal Cancer screening for adults over 50
  • Depression screening for adults
  • Type 2 Diabetes screening for adults with high blood pressure
  • Diet counseling for adults at higher risk for chronic disease
  • HIV screening for all adults at higher risk
  • Immunization vaccines for adults--doses, recommended ages, and recommended populations vary:
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Herpes Zoster
  • Human Papillomavirus
  • Influenza
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella
  • Meningococcal
  • Pneumococcal
  • Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis
  • Varicella
  • Obesity screening and counseling for all adults
  • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) prevention counseling for adults at higher risk
  • Tobacco Use screening for all adults and cessation interventions for tobacco users
  • Syphilis screening for all adults at higher risk
Covered Preventive Services for Women, Including Pregnant Women
  • Anemia screening on a routine basis for pregnant women
  • Bacteriuria urinary tract or other infection screening for pregnant women
  • BRCA counseling about genetic testing for women at higher risk
  • Breast Cancer Mammography screenings every 1 to 2 years for women over 40
  • Breast Cancer Chemoprevention counseling for women at higher risk
  • Breast Feeding interventions to support and promote breast feeding
  • Cervical Cancer screening for sexually active women
  • Chlamydia Infection screening for younger women and other women at higher risk
  • Folic Acid supplements for women who may become pregnant
  • Gonorrhea screening for all women at higher risk
  • Hepatitis B screening for pregnant women at their first prenatal visit
  • Osteoporosis screening for women over age 60 depending on risk factors
  • Rh Incompatibility screening for all pregnant women and follow-up testing for women at higher risk
  • Tobacco Use screening and interventions for all women, and expanded counseling for pregnant tobacco users
  • Syphilis screening for all pregnant women or other women at increased risk

Covered Preventive Services for Children

  • Alcohol and Drug Use assessments for adolescents
  • Autism screening for children at 18 and 24 months
  • Behavioral assessments for children of all ages
  • Blood Pressure screening for children
  • Cervical Dysplasia screening for sexually active females
  • Congenital Hypothyroidism screening for newborns
  • Depression screening for adolescents
  • Developmental screening for children under age 3, and surveillance throughout childhood
  • Dyslipidemia screening for children at higher risk of lipid disorders
  • Fluoride Chemoprevention supplements for children without fluoride in their water source
  • Gonorrhea preventive medication for the eyes of all newborns
  • Hearing screening for all newborns
  • Height, Weight and Body Mass Index measurements for children
  • Hematocrit or Hemoglobin screening for children
  • Hemoglobinopathies or sickle cell screening for newborns
  • HIV screening for adolescents at higher risk
  • Immunization vaccines for children from birth to age 18 —doses, recommended ages, and recommended populations vary:
    • Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis
    • Haemophilus influenzae type b
    • Hepatitis A
    • Hepatitis B
    • Human Papillomavirus
    • Inactivated Poliovirus
    • Influenza
    • Measles, Mumps, Rubella
    • Meningococcal
    • Pneumococcal
    • Rotavirus
    • Varicella
  • Iron supplements for children ages 6 to 12 months at risk for anemia
  • Lead screening for children at risk of exposure
  • Medical History for all children throughout development
  • Obesity screening and counseling
  • Oral Health risk assessment for young children
  • Phenylketonuria (PKU) screening for this genetic disorder in newborns
  • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) prevention counseling and screening for adolescents at higher risk
  • Tuberculin testing for children at higher risk of tuberculosis
  • Vision screening for all children

If you are unsure about your specific plan please contact us today and we can help get you covered under a new plan that will include these servcies. 

In the world of Freestyle Motocross, accident insurance should never be overlooked for that new part or accessory and should be a top priority.  You never know what the future may hold, so it is your responsibility to be prepared to protect you and your family from financial loss due to medical bills.  Most likely you have health insurance in place already, but chances are your current policies have exclusions for participating in freestyle motocross event’s, whether if it is a practice day or a competition.  This could be your major medical health insurance policy, disability insurance, life insurance, life flight, or accident insurance.

How do I know this?  Because action sports insurance is my specialty; I have participated in action sports for the majority of my life and in 2003 I fell into the insurance business.  As my passion for action sports took its course I developed this niche service.  My main focus is providing insurance solutions for individuals and families by making 100% certain that they are not excluded from any insurance claims resulting from your hobby or occupation by having the correct insurance policy from the start.

If you are an action sports athlete in Freestyle Motocross event’s there are several things you should do today to protect yourself: First, you want to contact all of your insurance companies by calling the toll free number on the back of your insurance card. This number can also be found in your insurance policy certificate.  When you speak with the insurance company, tell them your policy ID number and explain to them exactly what you plan to participate in, and then simply ask them if you will be covered if you got hurt.  If they say you are covered, ask for a reference number; noting the representatives name, date, and time of the call.  Put that note in a safe place!  Should an unfortunate situation arise and there are any discrepancies in your claim, you will have a legal document stating you were covered while participating in your activity.  Second, you should ask your health insurance provider how much they will cover and the details if you need an ambulance ride and or life flight helicopter ride.  A lot of companies will only pay up to a certain amount; for example $1,000 after your deductible.  With the average cost of a life flight being around $18,000 that can be a huge exposure to your financial well being and we offer a Life Flight/Ambulance/Repatriation plan to protect that risk as well.

If you have any doubt at all about your current situation, you should start by getting some quotes here on RiderSurance.com and we will follow up with you to evaluate your specific situation.

Are you going to a Track Day and need accident insurance?  Chances are, your current policies have exclusions for participating in closed course event's, whether it's a practice day or a race.  This could be your major medical health insurance policy, disability insurancelife insurancelife flight, or accident insurance.

How do I know this?  Because action sports insurance is my specialty; I have participated in action sports for the majority of my life and in 2003 I fell into the insurance business.  As my passion for action sports took its course I developed this niche service.  My main focus is providing insurance solutions for individuals and families by making 100% certain that they are not excluded from any insurance claims resulting from your hobby or occupation by having the correct insurance policy from the start.

Things you should do before heading to a track day: First, you want to contact all of your insurance companies by calling the toll free number on the back of your insurance card. This number can also be found in your insurance policy certificate.  When you speak with the insurance company, tell them your policy ID number and explain to them exactly what you plan to participate in, and then simply ask them if you will be covered if you got hurt.  If they say you are covered, ask for a reference number; noting the representatives name, date, and time of the call.  Put that note in a safe place!  Should an unfortunate situation arise and there are any discrepancies in your claim, you will have a legal document stating you were covered while participating in your activity.  Second, you should ask your health insurance provider how much they will cover and the details if you need an ambulance ride and or life flight helicopter ride.  A lot of companies will only pay up to a certain amount; for example $1,000 after your deductible.  With the average cost of a life flight being around $18,000 that can be a huge exposure to your financial well being and we offer a Life Flight/Ambulance/Repatriation plan to protect that risk as well.

If you have any doubt at all about your current situation, you should start by getting some quotes here on RiderSurance.com and we will follow up with you to evaluate your specific situation.