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What does HMO mean?

A plan type that generally centers care on a network and may require a primary-care referral for specialists.

Illustration — not a plan price

Before specialist care, check whether the HMO requires a referral and whether the specialist is in network.

The actual plan document controls. Verify its definitions, network, exclusions, dates, and amounts before relying on the illustration.

Definitions here are never for sale — no plan is recommended on a comprehension page.

Source: HealthCare.gov — Health insurance plan and network types · Verified 2026-08-11 · Reviewed by the MedicalRecords.com editorial team · Last reviewed August 11, 2026

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