Insurance Jargon
Coinsurance
Commonly used in healthcare and medical settings
Literal Meaning
Percentage you pay
Actual Meaning
Your share of the bill after deductible. If it's 20%, you pay 20% and insurance pays 80%.
Examples in Context

The doctor noted Coinsurance on the chart.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Remember: Coinsurance means Percentage you pay after meeting deductible
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