# Understanding Co-Pay in Senior Health Plans

> Why insurers impose co-pay and how it affects your out-of-pocket expenses.

Category: Senior Citizen Insurance
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Co-pay reduces insurer risk by sharing each approved claim with the policyholder. A 20% co-pay on large bills creates substantial out-of-pocket expense despite having insurance.

Compare net cost across co-pay tiers against realistic claim scenarios before choosing lowest premium.