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CHRISTUS Silver Essential

CHRISTUS Health Plan

Starting at

$566

/month before subsidy

Key facts

CHRISTUS Silver Essential is a 2026 Silver HMO health insurance plan from CHRISTUS Health Plan, sold on the ACA Marketplace in Louisiana under plan ID 98780LA0220007. The monthly premium starts at $566 before subsidies, based on a 40-year-old in the plan's lowest-cost rating area. The individual medical deductible is $6,900 ($13,800 for a family), and the individual out-of-pocket maximum is $9,300 ($18,600 for a family). After the deductible, coinsurance is 50% for covered in-network care. The plan is not HSA-eligible.

Plan ID
98780LA0220007
Plan year
2026
State
Louisiana
Metal level
Silver
Plan type
HMO
HSA-eligible
No

Individual Deductible

$6,900

Family: $13,800

Out-of-Pocket Max

$9,300

Family: $18,600

Coinsurance

50%

You pay after deductible

Network Type

HMO

LAN001

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

Medical Services

Primary Care Visit$5.00
Specialist Visit$50.00
Urgent Care$50.00
Emergency Room$950.00 Copay after deductible

Prescription Drugs

Generic Drugs$10.00
Brand Name Drugs$80.00 Copay after deductible
Specialty Drugs$150.00 Copay 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.
2.0overall
Medical care

How well doctors manage and coordinate care

Member experience
Not rated

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

$8,560

your estimated cost

Deductible
$6,900
Copays
$1,600
Coinsurance
$0

Managing type 2 diabetes

A year of routine care

$2,020

your estimated cost

Deductible
$800
Copays
$1,200
Coinsurance
$0

A simple fracture

ER visit + follow-up

$2,500

your estimated cost

Deductible
$2,000
Copays
$500
Coinsurance
$0
Is your medication or doctor covered?
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Official Plan Documents
Published by CHRISTUS Health Plan. 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 Silver HMO 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

$1,341/month

Annual Premium

$6,792

OOP Maximum

$9,300

💡 What this means:

With a $6,900 deductible, you pay 100% of costs until you've spent that much. After that, you pay 50% (coinsurance) until you hit $9,300 total. Then insurance covers everything else for the year.

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Frequently asked questions about CHRISTUS Silver Essential

How much does CHRISTUS Silver Essential cost per month?

CHRISTUS Silver Essential from CHRISTUS Health Plan starts at $566 per month before any subsidy in Louisiana. 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 CHRISTUS Silver Essential?

The individual medical deductible is $6,900, and the family deductible is $13,800. 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 CHRISTUS Silver Essential?

The most you would pay in a year for covered in-network care is $9,300 for an individual and $18,600 for a family. Once you reach it, the plan pays 100% of covered services for the rest of the year.

Is CHRISTUS Silver Essential HSA-eligible?

No. CHRISTUS Silver Essential 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 CHRISTUS Silver Essential use?

CHRISTUS Silver Essential is a HMO plan. HMO plans generally require you to use in-network providers and to get a referral to see a specialist, in exchange for lower costs.

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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.