Individual & Family Health Insurance Plans in Washington, D.C.

Washington DC

Choosing a health plan for you — or your family — is an important decision. Whether you know what coverage you need or want to explore your options, CareFirst offers a range of plans for Washington, D.C. lifestyle and health priorities.

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Individual and Family Health Insurance Plans in Washington, D.C.

CareFirst health plans are designed with your health in mind. All individual and family plans in Washington, D.C. include:

  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Vision examination for members over age 19
  • Dental and vision coverage for members under age 19
  • Preventive care
  • Vaccinations
  • Hospital and emergency services

If you’re self-employed or don’t have coverage through an employer, purchasing an individual health plan is your best option.

CareFirst offers HMO and PPO plans with deductibles and monthly costs to meet your budget.

Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) plans offer:

  • Some flexibility
  • In-network doctor visits
  • Out-of-network, only emergency medical services covered

Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plans offer:

  • The most flexibility
  • Access to 47,000 PPO network local providers
  • Access to thousands of PPO network national providers

2024 Medical Plans by Metal Level

BRONZE Plan Type Individual Deductible Individual Out-of-Pocket Maximum PCP/Specialist
BlueChoice HMO Standard Bronze $7,500 HMO $7,500 $9,150 $45 copay, no deductible/$105 copay, no deductible
BluePreferred PPO Standard Bronze $7,500 PPO $7,500 $9,150 $45 copay, no deductible/$105 copay, no deductible
BlueChoice HMO HSA Standard Bronze $6,350 HMO $6,350 $7,200 PCP 20% coinsurance after deductible/Specialist 20% coinsurance after deductible
BluePreferred PPO HSA Standard Bronze $6,350 PPO $6,350 $7,200 PCP 20% coinsurance after deductible/Specialist 20% coinsurance after deductible
SILVER Plan Type Individual Deductible Individual Out-of-Pocket Maximum PCP/Specialist
BlueChoice HMO Standard Silver $4,850 HMO $4,850 $8,850 $40 PCP, no deductible/$80 Specialist, no deductible
BluePreferred PPO Standard Silver $4,850 PPO $4,850 $8,850 $40 PCP, no deductible/$80 Specialist, no deductible
GOLD Plan Type Individual Deductible Individual Out-of-Pocket Maximum PCP/Specialist
BlueChoice HMO Standard Gold $500 HMO $500 $5,800 $25 PCP, no deductible/$50 Specialist, no deductible
BluePreferred PPO Standard Gold $500 PPO $500 $5,800 $25 PCP, no deductible/$50 Specialist, no deductible
BlueChoice HMO HSA Gold $1,600 HMO $1,600 $3,200 $25 PCP, after deductible/$50 Specialist, after deductible
BluePreferred PPO HSA Gold $1,600 PPO $1,600 $3,200 $25 PCP, after deductible/$50 Specialist, after deductible
PLATINUM Plan Type Individual Deductible Individual Out-of-Pocket Maximum PCP/Specialist
BlueChoice HMO Standard Platinum $0 HMO $0 $2,000 $20 PCP/$40 Specialist
BluePreferred PPO Standard Platinum $0 PPO $0 $2,000 $20 PCP/$40 Specialist
CATASTROPHIC Plan Type Individual Deductible Individual Out-of-Pocket Maximum PCP/Specialist
BlueChoice HMO Young Adult $9,450 HMO $9,450 $9,450 PCP visits 1-3 no charge, no deductible, visits 4+ no charge after deductible, Specialists, no charge after deductible

Interested in an individual or family health insurance plan in Washington, D.C.?

Washington, D.C. residents must purchase their qualified health insurance through DC Health Link every year.


Dental Insurance Plans of Washington, D.C.

We offer several affordable dental care plans to help protect your smile, health and budget. Our dental plans cover a comprehensive range of dental services at no charge including:

  • Oral exams
  • Cleanings
  • X-rays
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