Key Points About Health Insurance
- Purpose: Protects you from high medical costs and ensures access to necessary care.
- Premiums: The monthly/annual fee you pay to keep the coverage active.
- Deductibles: The amount you must pay out-of-pocket before insurance starts covering costs.
- Co-payments & Co-insurance: Your share of medical costs after meeting the deductible.
Coverage Types:
- Individual/Family Plans – bought personally.
- Employer-Sponsored Plans – offered by employers, often more affordable.
- Government Programs – e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, or OHIP in Ontario, Canada.
Why It’s Important
- Reduces financial risk in case of unexpected illness or injury.
- Provides access to preventive care (check-ups, vaccines, screenings).
- Encourages timely treatment instead of delaying care due to costs.
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