The minimum wage in Pennsylvania is $7.25, equal to the federal minimum wage. In Philadelphia, where the cost of living is nearly 20% higher than the national average, that hourly minimum has a purchasing power of just $6.12. That's the lowest of any city in our study and its equal to an annual income of about $12,730.
Explanation of benefits. An explanation of benefits (commonly referred to as an EOB form) is a statement sent by a health insurance company to covered individuals explaining what medical treatments and/or services were paid for on their behalf. The EOB is commonly attached to a check or statement of electronic payment.
Your EOB may identify: 1  The patient and the service provided. 2  The amount charged by the provider. 3  The amount of the charges that are covered and not covered under your plan. 4  The amount paid to your provider. 5  The amount you're responsible for.