Insurance abbreviations

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AABD. Aid to the Aged, Blind and Disabled. See Public Assistance.

AAI. See Alliance of American Insurers. (G)

AAIS. See American Association of Insurance Services. (G)

AB. Aid to the Blind. See Public Assistance. (G)

AFDC. Aid to Families with Dependent Children. See Public Assistance. (G)

AIA. See American Insurance Association. (G)

APTD. Aid to the Permanently and Totally Disabled. See Public Assistance. (G)

ARIA. See American Risk and Insurance Association. (G)

ARM. See Associate in Risk Management.

Acronyms

The following acronyms are often used when discussing methods of health care coverage and payment. These explanations are provided for better understanding of these terms.

HMO Health Maintenance Organization

PPO Preferred Provided Organization

IPA Independent Physician Association

EPO Employer Preferred Organization

PHO Physician Health Organization

MSO Medical Service Organization

POS Point of Service

DED Deductible

EOB Explanation of Benefits

OOP Out of Pocket

IND Indemnity

INS Insurance

COP Co-Payment

COI Co-Insurance

OEP Open Enrollment Period

BUO Buy-Up Options

PSC Prescription Card Services