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Health insurance basics

Take a closer look at how health insurance works. Learn about the different types of plans, how they work, their benefits, and their costs.

The basics

Find answers to questions about individual and family health insurance.

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What is an EPO?

Learn what an EPO plan is, explore the money-saving advantages of an EPO with a health savings account (HSA), and find out if it is a good fit for you.

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What is an HMO?

Learn what an HMO plan is, how they work, and how they compare to other types of health plans.

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What is a POS?

Explore how POS plans work, the different types, and their out-of-pocket costs.

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What is a PPO?

Learn how PPO plans work and how they compare to HMOs and EPOs.

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Health insurance cost

Explore the factors that impact your costs in addition to your monthly premium.

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Low-income health plans

AmeriHealth offers low-cost health plans to fit your needs and budget.

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Understanding networks

Learn about the ins and outs of provider networks and the role they play in your out-of-pocket costs.

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Health insurance terms

Refer to this list when you need help understanding common health insurance terms.

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