SilverEPOHSA Eligible

BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc.

Starting at

$811

/month before subsidy

Key facts

BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP is a 2026 Silver EPO health insurance plan from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc., sold on the ACA Marketplace in Kansas under plan ID 18558KS0400008. The monthly premium starts at $811 before subsidies, based on a 40-year-old in the plan's lowest-cost rating area. The individual medical deductible is $3,400 ($6,800 for a family), and the individual out-of-pocket maximum is $8,300 ($16,600 for a family). After the deductible, coinsurance is 20% for covered in-network care. The plan is HSA-eligible, so it can be paired with a Health Savings Account.

Plan ID
18558KS0400008
Plan year
2026
State
Kansas
Metal level
Silver
Plan type
EPO
HSA-eligible
Yes

Individual Deductible

$3,400

Family: $6,800

Out-of-Pocket Max

$8,300

Family: $16,600

Coinsurance

20%

You pay after deductible

Network Type

EPO

KSN001

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

Medical Services

Primary Care Visit20.00% Coinsurance after deductible
Specialist Visit20.00% Coinsurance after deductible
Urgent Care20.00% Coinsurance after deductible
Emergency Room20.00% Coinsurance after deductible

Prescription Drugs

Generic DrugsNo Charge after deductible
Brand Name Drugs50.00% 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

$5,260

your estimated cost

Deductible
$3,400
Copays
$0
Coinsurance
$1,800

Managing type 2 diabetes

A year of routine care

$2,620

your estimated cost

Deductible
$1,900
Copays
$0
Coinsurance
$700

A simple fracture

ER visit + follow-up

$2,800

your estimated cost

Deductible
$2,800
Copays
$0
Coinsurance
$0
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.
Who This Plan Is Best For

This Silver EPO plan offers a balanced approach between monthly premiums and out-of-pocket costs, making it a popular choice for many families.

Consider this plan if you:

  • Visit the doctor a few times per year
  • Take regular prescription medications
  • Want moderate protection against high medical bills
  • May qualify for Cost-Sharing Reductions (CSR) to lower deductibles

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

$1,503/month

Annual Premium

$9,732

OOP Maximum

$8,300

💡 What this means:

With a $3,400 deductible, you pay 100% of costs until you've spent that much. After that, you pay 20% (coinsurance) until you hit $8,300 total. Then insurance covers everything else for the year.

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Frequently asked questions about BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP

How much does BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP cost per month?

BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, Inc. starts at $811 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 Simple Silver HDHP?

The individual medical deductible is $3,400, and the family deductible is $6,800. 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 Simple Silver HDHP?

The most you would pay in a year for covered in-network care is $8,300 for an individual and $16,600 for a family. Once you reach it, the plan pays 100% of covered services for the rest of the year.

Is BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP HSA-eligible?

Yes. BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP is a qualified high-deductible health plan, so you can pair it with a Health Savings Account (HSA) and pay for eligible medical expenses with pre-tax dollars.

What type of network does BlueCare EPO Simple Silver HDHP use?

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

Understand what you'd actually pay

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.