Catastrophic health insurance plans aren't right for everyone. They only cover costs for emergency care. They are considered risky since they don't cover most healthcare costs. In this video, learn more about what catastrophic health insurance plans are and what kind of person might choose one.
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Health insurance coverage.
HealthCare.gov. (n.d.). Catastrophic health plans.
Healthinsurance.org. (n.d.). Catastrophic plan.
Kaiser Family Foundation. (n.d.). What is a catastrophic health plan?
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