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    Costs of Health Insurance

    Learn about the various costs related to a health plan, what they mean, and how you can use this knowledge to help manage your health care.

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    What’s Coinsurance and How Does It Work?

    Watch this short video to learn how coinsurance, copays, and deductibles work in an individual health care plan. (Length: 00:01:46)

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    Your Individual Deductible

    This short video explains how an individual health insurance plan works and what it may cover. (Length: 00:01:44)

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    Your Individual Deductible

    This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor for appropriate examinations, treatment, testing, and care recommendations. 

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