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Healthcare guide

Membership vs. insurance

Memberships and insurance do different jobs.

Care membership (e.g. DPC)Health insurance
Pays forA defined set of services from one practiceA broad range of care, including hospital and emergency care, subject to plan terms
PriceFlat, published feePremiums plus deductibles, copays and coinsurance
Large or unexpected costsGenerally not coveredCovered according to the plan

Finding coverage

Marketplace plans, and financial help to pay for them, are available at HealthCare.gov or your state marketplace.

General information only, not medical, legal or financial advice. Rules change; check official sources such as CMS.gov and HealthCare.gov, or ask a professional.

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