Difference between revisions of "Benefit"
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In [[health insurance]], a benefit is one of the healthcare items or services covered under a [[health insurance plan]]. also known as a covered benefit. A benefit is often how health insurance plans are identified and described. Examples include the number of [[doctor visits]], days of [[hospitalization]], pharmacy offerings, etc. | In [[health insurance]], a benefit is one of the healthcare items or services covered under a [[health insurance plan]]. also known as a covered benefit. A benefit is often how health insurance plans are identified and described. Examples include the number of [[doctor visits]], days of [[hospitalization]], pharmacy offerings, etc. | ||
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Covered benefits and excluded services are defined in the health insurance plan's coverage documents. In [[Medicaid]] or [[CHIP]], covered benefits and excluded services are defined in state program rules. | Covered benefits and excluded services are defined in the health insurance plan's coverage documents. In [[Medicaid]] or [[CHIP]], covered benefits and excluded services are defined in state program rules. | ||
Latest revision as of 12:16, 9 February 2017
What is a benefit?
In health insurance, a benefit is one of the healthcare items or services covered under a health insurance plan. also known as a covered benefit. A benefit is often how health insurance plans are identified and described. Examples include the number of doctor visits, days of hospitalization, pharmacy offerings, etc.
Covered benefits and excluded services are defined in the health insurance plan's coverage documents. In Medicaid or CHIP, covered benefits and excluded services are defined in state program rules.
