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Coinsurance (Health)

Also known as: Cost Sharing

The percentage of covered healthcare expenses that an insured must pay out-of-pocket after the deductible is met, commonly 20% in an 80/20 cost-sharing structure.

“Coinsurance represents the contractual percentage split between the plan and the enrollee for covered essential health benefits.”
aca-provisions · Cost-Sharing Standards

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