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Marketplace Coverage

Understanding ACA Metal Tiers

Every Marketplace plan covers the same 10 essential health benefits โ€” the tiers differ in how you split costs.

Bronze
Lowest Premium Option
Silver MOST POPULAR
Balanced + Extra Savings
Gold
Lower Costs When You Need Care
Platinum
Maximum Protection

Bronze Tier

~60% of costs covered

Lowest monthly premium, highest out-of-pocket. Bronze plans keep your monthly bill as low as possible while still protecting you from catastrophic medical costs โ€” and preventive care is always covered at no charge.

  • ~60% of costs covered by the plan
  • Lowest monthly premium available
  • Best for healthy people who want protection from worst-case scenarios
  • Qualifies for an HSA in some cases
  • Full preventive care at no cost
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Silver Tier MOST POPULAR

~70% of costs covered

Balanced premiums and costs โ€” plus extra savings. Silver is the only tier that unlocks Cost-Sharing Reductions, which quietly lower your deductible and copays if your household income qualifies. That makes it the best value for most people.

  • ~70% of costs covered by the plan
  • Only tier eligible for Cost-Sharing Reductions (CSR)
  • Lower deductibles if your income qualifies
  • Best overall value for most households
  • Full preventive care at no cost
See Silver Plans

Gold Tier

~80% of costs covered

Higher premium, much lower costs when you need care. Gold plans front-load your spending into a predictable monthly premium so that doctor visits, prescriptions and procedures cost far less at the point of care.

  • ~80% of costs covered by the plan
  • Low deductibles and copays
  • Great for people with regular prescriptions or doctor visits
  • Predictable, easy-to-budget costs
  • Full preventive care at no cost
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Platinum Tier

~90% of costs covered

Highest premium, lowest out-of-pocket. Platinum plans deliver maximum financial protection โ€” ideal if you're managing a chronic condition, expecting a baby, or planning a procedure this year.

  • ~90% of costs covered by the plan
  • Lowest deductibles available
  • Best for people managing chronic conditions or expecting high medical use
  • Maximum financial protection
  • Full preventive care at no cost
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How It Works

Your Journey With CarePathway

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Side-by-side Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum options

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Why Choose Us

The CarePathway Difference

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Subsidy Experts

We calculate your premium tax credit before you commit, so you never overpay. Most households are surprised by how much they qualify for.

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Zero Cost to You

Our licensed guidance is always 100% free โ€” you pay the same premium either way. No bills, no contracts, no pressure. Ever.

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We compare plans across all Marketplace carriers in your area, not just one. You see the full picture and choose what fits.

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Real Stories

What Our Members Say

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"I'm self-employed and had been going without insurance for two years because I assumed I couldn't afford it. CarePathway showed me I qualified for a tax credit โ€” I'm now on a Silver plan for $42 a month with a deductible I can actually live with."

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"After my husband's layoff we lost our employer plan and panicked. Our agent explained the metal tiers in plain English and found a Gold plan that kept both of our doctors in network. Our daughter's asthma medication is covered too."

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"I retired early and needed something to bridge the gap until Medicare. CarePathway compared every carrier in my county and walked me through the subsidy paperwork. Zero cost, zero pressure, and I finally sleep at night."

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FAQs

Common ACA Questions

Almost anyone. If you live in the United States, are a U.S. citizen or lawfully present resident, and are not currently incarcerated, you can buy a plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. You don't need a job, a certain income, or a clean bill of health โ€” coverage is available to individuals, families, freelancers, gig workers, early retirees and small business owners alike.
Premium tax credits are government subsidies that lower your monthly premium based on your household size and expected annual income. Most people who apply through the Marketplace qualify for some level of help, and roughly 4 out of 5 enrollees can find a plan for under $10 a month. Choosing a Silver plan may also unlock Cost-Sharing Reductions that lower your deductible and copays.
Open Enrollment runs from November 1 through January 15 in most states. Enroll by December 15 and your coverage starts January 1; enroll between December 16 and January 15 and coverage generally starts February 1. Outside those dates, a qualifying life event โ€” losing coverage, moving, marriage, or having a baby โ€” opens a 60-day Special Enrollment Period.
No. Every Marketplace plan must accept you regardless of your health history, and insurers cannot charge you more or refuse to cover treatment because of a pre-existing condition such as diabetes, asthma, cancer or pregnancy. There are no medical questions and no waiting periods on the application.
Every ACA plan โ€” at any metal tier โ€” must cover ten categories of care: outpatient services, emergency services, hospitalization, pregnancy and newborn care, mental health and substance use treatment, prescription drugs, rehabilitative services and devices, laboratory services, preventive and wellness care with chronic disease management, and pediatric services including dental and vision for children. Preventive care is covered at no cost to you.
Yes โ€” our plan comparison and enrollment guidance costs you nothing. Marketplace premiums are set by law and are the same whether you enroll on your own or with a licensed agent, so you never pay extra for our help. We're compensated by the carriers after you enroll, which means no bills, no fees and no pressure from us.

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Helpful Tools

ACA Resources

HealthCare.gov

The official Health Insurance Marketplace site. Browse plans, check eligibility and review enrollment dates.

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Subsidy Calculator

Estimate the premium tax credit your household qualifies for before you pick a plan.

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Metal Tier Comparison

See Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum side by side โ€” premiums, deductibles and cost sharing.

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Talk to a Licensed Agent

Connect online with a licensed Marketplace agent. Free guidance, seven days a week.

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