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BlueCare EPO Gold

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc.

Starting at

$794

/month before subsidy

Key facts

BlueCare EPO Gold is a 2026 Gold EPO health insurance plan from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., sold on the ACA Marketplace in Kansas under plan ID 18558KS0400006. The monthly premium starts at $794 before subsidies, based on a 40-year-old in the plan's lowest-cost rating area. The individual medical deductible is $1,500 ($3,000 for a family), and the individual out-of-pocket maximum is $6,400 ($12,800 for a family). After the deductible, coinsurance is 25% for covered in-network care. The plan is not HSA-eligible.

Plan ID
18558KS0400006
Plan year
2026
State
Kansas
Metal level
Gold
Plan type
EPO
HSA-eligible
No

Individual Deductible

$1,500

Family: $3,000

Out-of-Pocket Max

$6,400

Family: $12,800

Coinsurance

25%

You pay after deductible

Network Type

EPO

KSN001

Cost Sharing
What you pay for common services (after deductible unless noted)

Medical Services

Primary Care Visit$25.00
Specialist Visit$50.00
Urgent Care$25.00
Emergency Room$300.00 Copay with deductible

Prescription Drugs

Generic Drugs$10.00
Brand Name Drugs45.00% Coinsurance after deductible
Specialty Drugs50.00% Coinsurance after deductible
CMS Quality Rating
The federal government's star rating for this plan, based on clinical data and member surveys — the same rating shown on HealthCare.gov.
3.0overall
Medical care

How well doctors manage and coordinate care

Member experience

Member-survey satisfaction with the plan

Plan administration

Customer service, billing, and access to information

What you'd typically pay
Standardized coverage examples from this plan's official Summary of Benefits & Coverage — your estimated out-of-pocket cost in three common situations (in-network).

Having a baby

Normal delivery

$4,370

your estimated cost

Deductible
$1,500
Copays
$10
Coinsurance
$2,800

Managing type 2 diabetes

A year of routine care

$2,320

your estimated cost

Deductible
$1,100
Copays
$1,200
Coinsurance
$0

A simple fracture

ER visit + follow-up

$2,000

your estimated cost

Deductible
$1,500
Copays
$300
Coinsurance
$200
Is your medication or doctor covered?
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Official Plan Documents
Published by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc.. These are the authoritative source for coverage details.
Summary of Benefits & Coverage (SBC)Standardized cost & coverage summaryPlan BrochureFull plan details from the insurerDrug FormularyCovered prescriptions & drug tiers
Who This Plan Is Best For

This Gold EPO plan is designed for people who use healthcare frequently and want predictable costs when they visit the doctor.

Consider this plan if you:

  • Have ongoing health conditions requiring regular care
  • Take multiple prescription medications
  • Prefer lower costs at the time of service
  • Want peace of mind with comprehensive coverage

This summary is generated based on plan attributes for educational purposes only.

Worst-Case Monthly Cost
What you'd pay if you hit your out-of-pocket maximum

If you max out this year

$1,327/month

Annual Premium

$9,528

OOP Maximum

$6,400

💡 What this means:

With a $1,500 deductible, you pay 100% of costs until you've spent that much. After that, you pay 25% (coinsurance) until you hit $6,400 total. Then insurance covers everything else for the year.

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Frequently asked questions about BlueCare EPO Gold

How much does BlueCare EPO Gold cost per month?

BlueCare EPO Gold from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. starts at $794 per month before any subsidy in Kansas. Most Marketplace enrollees qualify for a premium tax credit that lowers what they actually pay — estimate your subsidy to see your net premium.

What is the deductible for BlueCare EPO Gold?

The individual medical deductible is $1,500, and the family deductible is $3,000. You pay for covered care out of pocket until you meet the deductible, after which the plan shares costs with you.

What is the out-of-pocket maximum for BlueCare EPO Gold?

The most you would pay in a year for covered in-network care is $6,400 for an individual and $12,800 for a family. Once you reach it, the plan pays 100% of covered services for the rest of the year.

Is BlueCare EPO Gold HSA-eligible?

No. BlueCare EPO Gold is not classified as an HSA-eligible high-deductible health plan, so it cannot be paired with a Health Savings Account.

What type of network does BlueCare EPO Gold use?

BlueCare EPO Gold is a EPO plan. EPO plans cover in-network care only (except emergencies) and usually do not require referrals to see specialists.

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Important Notice

Plan details and costs shown are estimates for educational purposes only. Actual costs, coverage, and availability may vary. Always verify plan details and enroll through official channels at HealthCare.gov or your state marketplace.