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What does Out-Of-Network mean?
A provider or facility without a current contract with the plan.
Illustration — not a plan price
Before non-emergency care, check whether the plan covers out-of-network services and whether balance billing can apply.
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