Coinsurance
The percentage of costs you share with your insurer after you have met your deductible. For example, with 80/20 coinsurance the insurer pays 80% and you pay 20%. Coinsurance applies until you reach your out-of-pocket maximum.
Real-World Example
After meeting his $1,000 deductible, Kevin has 80/20 coinsurance. On a $5,000 hospital bill he pays 20% ($1,000) and his insurer pays the other 80% ($4,000).
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