Definition

The amount you pay out of pocket before your insurance kicks in. A lower deductible means higher premiums, while a higher deductible can lower your monthly cost.

What to consider

  • Understand your co-insurance percentage.
  • Know when co-insurance applies after meeting your deductible.
  • Review your plan to see how co-insurance affects your out-of-pocket costs.

Real world scenarios

  • After a doctor's visit, Mark’s Explanation of Benefits noted a 20% co-insurance that he had to pay after the deductible.
  • Linda’s bill indicated her co-insurance percentage for specialist consultations.
  • John reviewed his co-insurance details to understand his share of costs for a procedure.

Related terms

Insurance & Financial Protection