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What Is a Health Insurance Premium?

By Robin Hartill, CFPUpdated Nov 20, 2024 at 1:27 PM

Key Points

  • Health insurance premiums are monthly up-front costs to maintain coverage.
  • Plans with low premiums may have higher deductibles and out-of-pocket costs.
  • Choosing a high-premium plan can reduce costs for frequent healthcare needs.

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