Question 1

What is coinsurance in health insurance?

Accepted Answer

Coinsurance is the percentage of covered medical costs you pay after meeting your deductible. For example, with 20% coinsurance, you pay 20% of the bill and your insurance pays 80% until you reach your out-of-pocket maximum.

Question 2

How is coinsurance different from a copay?

Accepted Answer

Coinsurance is a percentage of the cost (like 20%), while a copay is a fixed dollar amount (like $30). Coinsurance typically applies to larger expenses after your deductible is met, while copays are fixed amounts for specific services like doctor visits or prescriptions.

Question 3

Does coinsurance apply to all medical services?

Accepted Answer

Not always. Many health plans cover preventive care at 100% with no coinsurance. Other services may have different coinsurance rates - for example, 20% for in-network providers and 40% for out-of-network. Check your policy's summary of benefits for specific coinsurance rates.

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