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Service Area

The geographic region where your health insurance plan provides coverage.

Detailed Explanation

Some health insurance plans, especially HMOs, have a limited service area, and you may not be covered for routine care outside of this area.

Practical Example

Lisa's HMO plan has a service area that includes the three counties surrounding her city. If she needs routine medical care while traveling outside of this area, it might not be covered.

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