
Medicare explained
Compare Medicare Advantage plansThere are a lot of decisions to make when it comes to choosing a health insurance plan. One of the first decisions you will need to make is which type of plan is right for you.
You’ve probably heard the terms health maintenance organization (HMO) and preferred provider organization (PPO), but do you really understand the differences between them?
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Which one is cheaper? Which one provides the coverage you need? To help you decide, we’ve created a simple comparison chart that lays out the basic features of HMOs and PPOs. Once you have a better understanding of each plan type and how they work, it will be much easier to choose the plan that’s best for you and your family.
Generally speaking, an HMO might make sense if lower costs are most important and if you don’t mind using a PCP to manage your care. A PPO may be better if you already have a doctor or medical team that you want to keep but doesn’t belong to your plan network.
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Now that you understand the major differences between the 2 types of insurance, you may have an idea of which 1 makes the most sense in your situation.
But if you’re still undecided about individual medical plans and would like even more information to make your decision, please visit our PPO overview page or our HMO overview page.
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