The amount you pay for services before your plan begins to pay.
The flat fee (usually $25 - 50) that you pay every time you see a certain doctor.
An identification card that includes information about your health care benefits.
A federally funded government program to give healthcare to people who are low-income.
The doctor you see first for most health problems and PROVIDES CHECKUPS AND GENERAL CARE.
Medical professionals who do NOT have a contract with your insurance company.
More training is a specific area of medicine. Heart, Cancer, etc.
The percentage you have to pay after the deductible.
A federally funded government program to give healthcare to people over age 65.
Services such as annual check-ups, immunizations, and screening exams are designed to keep people healthy and avoid large medical bills in the future.
When you see a doctor face to face
Specific medical conditions or situations where an insurance policy does NOT provide benefits.
Individual or company that provides medical care and services to a patient or the public.
A small group of doctors and facilities that work together for your help care needs. Typically they offer lower premiums and require referrals to see a specialist.
The amount of money that you pay for health insurance protection each month.