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What is a Pre-Existing Condition?
A pre-existing condition is one where symptoms exist that would cause a reasonable person to seek diagnosis, care or treatment within a one-year period before the effective date of the policy; or a condition for which you received medical advice or treatment from a physician or other clinician within a five-year period before the effective date of the policy, whether or not a specific condition was diagnosed. Coverage is not available for pre-existing conditions. This does not change whether or not you list the names of your providers, we ask, or if you tell us about the condition on this application or if the services or benefits needed are medically necessary.
IMPORTANT: This is a short-term, limited-duration policy, NOT comprehensive health coverage
This is a temporary limited policy that has fewer benefits and Federal protections than other types of health insurance options, like those on HealthCare.gov
This policy | Insurance on HealthCare.gov |
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Might not cover you due to preexisting health conditions like diabetes, cancer, stroke, arthritis, heart disease, mental health & substance use disorders | Can’t deny you coverage due to preexisting health conditions |
Might not cover things like prescription drugs, preventive screenings, maternity care, emergency services, hospitalization, pediatric care, physical therapy & more | Covers all essential health benefits |
Might have no limit on what you pay out-of-pocket for care | Protects you with limits on what you pay each year out-of-pocket for essential health benefits |
You won’t qualify for Federal financial help to pay premiums & out-of-pocket costs | Many people qualify for Federal financial help |
Doesn’t have to meet Federal standards for comprehensive health coverage | All plans must meet Federal standards |
Looking for comprehensive health insurance?
- Visit HealthCare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 (TTY: 1-855-889-4325) to find health coverage options.
- To find out if you can get health insurance through your job, or a family member’s job, contact the employer.
Questions about this policy?
For questions or complaints about this policy, contact your State Department of Insurance. Find their number on the National Association of Insurance Commissioners' website (naic.org) under "Insurance Departments."
IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS OF THIS POLICY
This Short-Term coverage is not the same as coverage purchased under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and it is not required to comply with the federal market requirements for health insurance contained in the ACA.
- This policy does not cover pre-existing conditions, which are defined as a condition (or conditions) where a) symptoms existed that would cause a reasonable person to seek diagnosis, care or treatment within a one-year period before the effective date of the policy; or b) you received medical advice or treatment from a physician or other clinician within a five-year period before the effective date of this policy, whether or not a specific condition was diagnosed. No coverage is available for pre-existing conditions, regardless of whether we ask about them on the application.
- This policy is not guarantee-issue, and if we determine you failed to fully disclose a condition on the application, we may rescind your coverage; that is, we may refund your premiums and void the coverage as though it was never in effect.
- This policy is not renewable. When it expires/terminates, you can apply for a new policy, but the new policy’s requested effective date must be at least 24 hours after the previous policy’s termination date. The new policy performs as if your prior policy never existed. If you are not eligible for a new policy, you might have to wait until an ACA open enrollment period to get health insurance coverage.
- There is a maximum payable benefit under this policy for all covered services. There are additional limitations and exclusions for some services, such as mental health and substance use disorder care, emergency transportation, home health care, maternity care, preventive care and prescription drugs.
Approval pending review of coverage history and application limit
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Unfortunately, the following individual doesn't qualify for a short-term health plan:
We encourage you to see if an Affordable Care Act (ACA) plan meets your needs.
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Attention: This website is operated by BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and is not the Health Insurance Marketplace® website at HealthCare.gov. This website does not display all Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) available through HealthCare.gov. To see all available Qualified Health Plan options, go to the Health Insurance Marketplace® website at HealthCare.gov. Also, you should visit the Health Insurance Marketplace® website at HealthCare.gov if you want to enroll members of your household in dental coverage.
It’s important you carefully review the Terms & Conditions for this policy and provide your digital signature. Please make note of our policy for pre-existing conditions.
Once you sign, you will proceed to the payment page. This agreement is in effect after you make your first payment.
BlueEssentialsSM HD Bronze 2
Term Length
60 DaysEffective Date
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$1,500Max. out of Pocket
$3,500Estimated Monthly Cost
$99.99One-Time Application Fee
$25.00First Payment
$124.99Select a Payment Method
Bank Draft (ACH)
Automatic payments are the easiest way to pay your premium. Just enter your bank account information and we'll take care of the rest. After today's payment, your premium will be drafted out of your account between the 1st and 3rd of each month you're covered. (You won't be billed twice for your first month of coverage.)
Debit or Credit Card
Once you make your initial payment and receive your membership materials, you will be able to set up recurring credit card payments online.
Paper Bill
Prefer to pay later? You can submit your application now and we'll send a paper bill to the address we have on file for you. (Remember, your policy won't begin until we've received your first premium payment.)
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Confirmation
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We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please expect a paper bill at the address you provided. This is the last step to secure your coverage.
Pay your first premium by the due date on your bill to complete the enrollment process. Your policy will take effect only if we’ve received your payment by that date. Otherwise, your application will be canceled.
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