Affordable Health Basics That Work for You
EMI Health’s MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plans cover your preventive care—like checkups, vaccines, and screenings—100% when you stay in-network. You also get perks like $0 TeleMed, Rx discounts, and optional vision/dental savings.
What’s Included – At a Glance
Choosing a health plan can feel confusing—but we’re here to make it simple.
Every EMI Health MEC plan gives you important health benefits to help you stay well and save money. Use this chart to see what you get, who each plan is best for, and how much it costs.
What You Get | Who It’s For | What It Costs |
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Starts at $55/month for individuals |
*Prices vary by plan selection.
Compare the Plans
Pick the plan that fits your life and budget. All three MEC plans are built to give you coverage that fits your budget and your needs. Use the chart below to compare what’s included with each.
MEC
$55/mo
This plan is for you if…
You want the lowest-cost option that meets ACA requirements and covers preventive care, but you don’t need regular doctor visits or prescriptions.
Great for: Healthy individuals who rarely visit the doctor and just want basic coverage to stay compliant.
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100% Preventve Care Coverage
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100% ACA Preventive RX Coverage
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$0 Cost TeleMed
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Vision Discount
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EMI Health Online Tools/App
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Bilingual Support
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Generic Drugs Discount
MEC Plus
$79/mo
This plan is for you if…
You want more than just preventive care—like a few doctor visits each year and discounts on prescriptions—but still need to keep costs low.
Great for: People who need occasional care or generic medications and want peace of mind without paying for a major medical plan.
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100% Preventve Care Coverage
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100% ACA Preventive RX Coverage
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$0 Cost TeleMed
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Vision Discount
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EMI Health Online Tools/App
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Bilingual Support
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Generic Drugs-50% Member Cost
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Primary Care Visits-$10 (max 3 visits/year)
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Preferred Brand Drugs Discount
MEC Enhanced
$129/mo
This plan is for you if…
You want the most coverage, including low-cost visits to doctors and specialists, discounted urgent care, and better prescription benefits.
Great for: Individuals and families who want broader access to care without paying for full major medical insurance.
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100% Preventve Care Coverage
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100% ACA Preventive RX Coverage
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$0 Cost TeleMed
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Vision Discount
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EMI Health Online Tools/App
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Bilingual Support
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Generic Drugs-10% member cost
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Preferred Brand Drugs-50% member cost
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Primary Care Visits-$20 (max 3 visits/year)
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Specialist Visits-$50 (max 3 visits/year)
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Convenience Clinic-$20/Urgent Care-$50 (max 3/year)
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Diagnostic Testing-$50 (minor tests, max 3/year)
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Major Diagnostic-$250 (1/year)
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Surgery-100% Covered (limits apply)
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Medical Supplies-100% or 30% cost (varies by item)
This chart is a summary for comparison purposes only. It does not include all plan details, limits, or exclusions. For full coverage information, refer to the official Plan Documents and Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs) provided by EMI Health. In the event of any conflict, the Plan Documents will govern.
How the Plan Works
PLUS–You Get Full EMI Health Support—Just Like Every Member!
Even with a MEC plan, you still get access to all the helpful tools and resources that come with being an EMI Health member. That means you can:
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Use the member portal to track claims and benefits
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Search for doctors with the online provider directory
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Contact our friendly support team when you have questions
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Get help in English and Spanish

MEDICINE AND PRESCRIPTION BENEFITS COMPARISON
What’s covered under each MEC plan—and how to save money on your prescriptions.
All three MEC plans include prescription drug coverage, but each one is a little different. The plan you choose will affect how much you pay and what medicines are covered. Here’s what to know:
MEC - Basic Coverage
ACA Preventive Drugs100% Covered (must be on approved list)Generic DrugsDiscount Only (you pay the reduced retail price)Brand Drugs (Preferred/Non-Preferred)No CoverageMail Order (90-day supply)Discount OnlySpecialty DrugsNot Covered
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Express Scripts* Pharmacy Network
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No coverage at out-of-network pharmacies
MEC - Plus Plan
Added Value
ACA Preventive Drugs100% Covered (must be on approved list)Generic Drugs50% Member CostBrand Drugs (Preferred/Non-Preferred)Discount Only**Mail Order (90-day supply)50% Member Cost (generic only)Must use Mail Order or Walgreens for maintenance meds.Specialty DrugsNot Covered
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Express Scripts* Pharmacy Network
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No coverage at out-of-network pharmacies
MEC Enhanced Plan
Most Coverage
ACA Preventive Drugs100% Covered (must be on approved list)Generic Drugs10% Member CostPreferred Brand Drugs50% Member CostNon-Preferred Brand DrugsNo CoverageMail Order (90-day supply)10% Member Cost (generic only)50% Member Cost (preferred)Must use Mail Order or Walgreens for maintenance meds.Specialty DrugsNot Covered
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Express Scripts* Pharmacy Network
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No coverage at out-of-network pharmacies
ACA Preventive Drugs
No matter which MEC plan you're on, preventive medications required by the ACA are covered at 100%—as long as they are:
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On the approved ACA drug list
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Prescribed for a preventive purpose
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Filled at an in-network pharmacy
Examples include statins for heart health, birth control, folic acid, aspirin, and smoking cessation aids.
See the full list at: healthcare.gov/preventive-care-benefits


Vision Discounts Through VSP Choice
You and your family automatically get access to discounted vision services through the VSP Choice Network—included with all MEC plans.
What You Get with VSP Discount Vision
Service | Your Cost/Savings |
WellVision Eye Exam | $50 with glasses purchase, 20% off without |
Retinal Screening | Guaranteed pricing with exam - max $39 |
Lenses (with glasses purchase) |
Single Vision $40, Lined Bifocals $60, Lined Trifocals $75 |
Polycarbonate Lenses (Children) | $0 |
Lens Enhancements | Save 20–25% on scratch-resistant, progressive, or anti-glare coatings |
Frames | 25% off when buying a complete pair of glasses |
Contact Lens Exam (fit & evaluation) | 15% off |
Check Your Plan Summary
Every employer group may offer different plans or coverage levels.
To find out which plan(s) are available to you—and how each one works—refer to your plan summary in the back of your enrollment booklet, or log in to the EMI Health member portal after enrolling.
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Arizona
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Texas
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Georgia

Arizona: First Health Limited Benefit Network
If you're enrolled in an EMI Health plan in Arizona, you'll use the same network both in-state and when traveling out of state—making it easy to get care wherever you go. The only exception is Utah, where EMI Health uses its own Care Plus Network.
1. What It Is
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A national PPO network operated by First Health (an Aetna/CVS Health company), featuring access to over 6,400 hospitals, 151,000 ancillary facilities, and 1.2 million healthcare professionals.
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It’s classified as a Limited Benefit Plan network, built to deliver affordable care at discounted rates for preventive and in‑network services.
2. Why It Matters for MEC
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Guaranteed access to preventive care at 100% coverage, when you use in‑network providers.
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Deep discounts (typically 32–52% off) on non-preventive services like urgent care, lab tests, x-rays, and more.
3. How It Works
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In-Network: When you receive care from a network provider, you automatically get discounted rates—your provider will file the claim.
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Out-of-Network: Services aren’t discounted, and you’re responsible for the full cost; plus, you’ll need to file your own claim.
4. Special Notes for Arizona MEC Members
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Preventive services are only 100% covered in-network.
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Some elective diagnostic tests (like MRIs/labs) must be performed at free-standing facilities, not hospital-based, to stay in-network—avoid surprise costs.
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Always confirm provider participation before receiving services to avoid unexpected costs
Need help finding a provider or facility in Arizona?

Texas: First Health Limited Benefit Network
Your MEC plan uses the First Health Limited Benefit Network—here’s how it works.
1. What It Is
The First Health Limited Benefit Network is a national PPO network operated by First Health, part of Aetna/CVS Health. It gives you access to:
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A national PPO network operated by First Health (an Aetna/CVS Health company), featuring access to over 6,400 hospitals, 151,000 ancillary facilities, and 1.2 million healthcare professionals.
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It’s classified as a Limited Benefit Plan network, built to deliver affordable care at discounted rates for preventive and in‑network services.
2. Why It Matters for MEC
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You get 100% coverage on preventive care—as long as you use an in-network provider
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You benefit from deep discounts (typically 32–52% off) on non-preventive services like:
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Urgent care
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X-rays and labs
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Outpatient procedures
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3. How It Works
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You automatically get negotiated lower rates
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Providers handle billing directly—you don’t need to file anything
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Services are not covered
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You’ll pay the full cost out-of-pocket and be responsible for submitting claims
4. Special Notes for Texas MEC Members
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Preventive services (like annual checkups, mammograms, and immunizations) are only covered at 100% when performed in-network.
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For diagnostic testing (labs, MRIs, CT scans), you’ll typically pay less when you use a free-standing imaging center, not a hospital-based one.
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Always confirm provider participation before receiving services to avoid unexpected costs
Need help finding a provider or facility in Texas?

Georgia: First Health Limited Benefit Network
Your MEC plan uses the First Health Limited Benefit Network—here’s how it works.
1. What It Is
The First Health Limited Benefit Network is a national PPO network operated by First Health, part of Aetna/CVS Health. It gives you access to:
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A national PPO network operated by First Health (an Aetna/CVS Health company), featuring access to over 6,400 hospitals, 151,000 ancillary facilities, and 1.2 million healthcare professionals.
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It’s classified as a Limited Benefit Plan network, built to deliver affordable care at discounted rates for preventive and in‑network services.
2. Why It Matters for MEC
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You get 100% coverage on preventive care—as long as you use an in-network provider
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You benefit from deep discounts (typically 32–52% off) on non-preventive services like:
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Urgent care
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X-rays and labs
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Outpatient procedures
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3. How It Works
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You automatically get negotiated lower rates
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Providers handle billing directly—you don’t need to file anything
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Services are not covered
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You’ll pay the full cost out-of-pocket and be responsible for submitting claims
4. Special Notes for Georgia MEC Members
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Preventive services (like annual checkups, mammograms, and immunizations) are only covered at 100% when performed in-network.
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For diagnostic testing (labs, MRIs, CT scans), you’ll typically pay less when you use a free-standing imaging center, not a hospital-based one.
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Always confirm provider participation before receiving services to avoid unexpected costs
Need help finding a provider or facility in Georgia?

“Can I go to a free-standing facility in the First Health network?”

Tips to Save
- Use generics or preferred brands when available
- Refill maintenance medications through home delivery
Ways to Fill Prescriptions
Retail Pharmacies
Over 68,000 in-network locations for short-term needs
Including:
Home Delivery
Great for ongoing medications; usually saves time and money
Express Scripts SaveOnSp Program
With Accredo, any speciality medications your doctor has prescribed you'll get:
- Personalized care from pharmacists who specialize in your condition
- 24/7 support and medication counseling
- Home delivery with refill reminders
Through the SaveOnSP program, some eligible specialty medications may cost $0 per month.
$25 Insulin & Diabetes Medications
The Patient Assurance Program (PAP) helps manage out-of-pocket costs for certain insulin and Type 2 diabetes medications. If you're eligible:
- Your copay is capped at $25 per 30-day supply
- This applies regardless of deductible status or plan type (HDHP or copay)
- Automatically applied at participating pharmacies
Covered medications include (subject to change):
- Insulin: Humalog®, Semglee® (yf)
- Type 2 Diabetes Medications: Mounjaro®, Rybelsus®, Trulicity®, Jardiance®
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