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SBC-41047OH0030049-02 1 of 9 Summary of Benefits and Coverage: What this Plan covers & What You Pay For Covered Services Coverage Period: 01/01/2020-12/31/2020 Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan: Ambetter Essential Care 10 (2020) + Vision + Adult Dental Coverage for: Individual/Family | Plan Type: HMO The Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) document will help you choose a health plan . The SBC shows you how you and the plan would share the cost for covered health care services. NOTE: Information about the cost of this plan (called the premium ) will be provided separately. This is only a summary. For more information about your coverage, or to get a copy of the complete terms of coverage, visit https://ambetter.BuckeyeHealthPlan.com/2020-brochures.html , or call 1-877-687-1189 (TTY/TDD: 1-877-941-9236). For general definitions of common terms, such as allowed amount , balance billing , coinsurance , copayment , deductible , provider , or other underlined terms see the Glossary. You can view the Glossary at https://www.healthcare.gov/sbc-glossary or call 1-877-687-1189 (TTY/TDD: 1-877-941-9236) to request a copy. Important Questions Answers Why This Matters: What is the overall deductible ? $0 See the Common Medical Events chart below for your costs for services this plan covers. Are there services covered before you meet your deductible ? Yes. This plan covers items and services even if you haven’t yet met the deductible amount. Are there other deductibles for specific services? No. You don’t have to meet deductibles for specific services. What is the out-of- pocket limit for this plan ? Not Applicable. This plan does not have an out-of-pocket-limit on your expenses. What is not included in the out-of-pocket limit ? Not Applicable. This plan does not have an out-of-pocket-limit on your expenses. Will you pay less if you use a network provider ? Yes. See Find a Provider or call 1- 877-687-1189 for a list of network providers . This plan uses a provider network . You will pay less if you use a provider in the plan’s network . You will pay the most if you use an out-of-network provider , and you might receive a bill from a provider for the difference between the provider’s charge and what your plan pays (balance billing ). Be aware, your network provider might use an out-of-network provider for some services (such as lab work). Check with your provider before you get services. Do you need a referral to see a specialist ? No. You can see the specialist you choose without a referral .

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SBC-41047OH0030049-02 1 of 9

Summary of Benefits and Coverage: What this Plan covers & What You Pay For Covered Services Coverage Period: 01/01/2020-12/31/2020Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan: Ambetter Essential Care 10 (2020) + Vision + Adult Dental Coverage for: Individual/Family | Plan Type: HMO

The Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) document will help you choose a health plan. The SBC shows you how you and the plan wouldshare the cost for covered health care services. NOTE: Information about the cost of this plan (called the premium) will be provided separately. Thisis only a summary. For more information about your coverage, or to get a copy of the complete terms of coverage, visit

https://ambetter.BuckeyeHealthPlan.com/2020-brochures.html, or call 1-877-687-1189 (TTY/TDD: 1-877-941-9236). For general definitions of common terms, such asallowed amount, balance billing, coinsurance, copayment, deductible, provider, or other underlined terms see the Glossary. You can view the Glossary athttps://www.healthcare.gov/sbc-glossary or call 1-877-687-1189 (TTY/TDD: 1-877-941-9236) to request a copy.

Important Questions Answers Why This Matters:

What is the overalldeductible?

$0 See the Common Medical Events chart below for your costs for services this plan covers.

Are there servicescovered before youmeet your deductible?

Yes. This plan covers items and services even if you haven’t yet met the deductible amount.

Are there otherdeductibles for specificservices?

No. You don’t have to meet deductibles for specific services.

What is the out-of-pocket limit for thisplan?

Not Applicable. This plan does not have an out-of-pocket-limit on your expenses.

What is not included inthe out-of-pocket limit?

Not Applicable. This plan does not have an out-of-pocket-limit on your expenses.

Will you pay less if youuse a network provider?

Yes. See Find a Provider or call 1-877-687-1189 for a list of networkproviders.

This plan uses a provider network. You will pay less if you use a provider in the plan’s network.You will pay the most if you use an out-of-network provider, and you might receive a bill from aprovider for the difference between the provider’s charge and what your plan pays (balancebilling). Be aware, your network provider might use an out-of-network provider for some services(such as lab work). Check with your provider before you get services.

Do you need a referralto see a specialist?

No. You can see the specialist you choose without a referral.

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2 of 9*For more information about limitations and exceptions, see plan or policy document at https://api.centene.com/EOC/2020/41047OH003.pdf

Common MedicalEvent

Services You May Need Limitation, Exceptions, & Other ImportantInformation

If you visit a healthcare provider's officeor clinic

Primary care visit to treat aninjury or illness

No charge Not covered -----None-----

Specialist visit No charge Not covered -----None-----

Preventive care/ screening/immunization

No charge Not covered

You may have to pay for services that aren’tpreventive. Ask your provider if the servicesneeded are preventive. Then check what your planwill pay for.

If you have a test

Diagnostic test (x-ray, bloodwork)

No charge Not covered

Prior authorization may be required. Failure toobtain prior authorization for any service thatrequires prior authorization may result in reductionof benefits. See your policy for more details.

Imaging (CT/PET scans,MRIs)

No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required.

All copayment and coinsurance costs shown in this chart are after your deductible has been met, if a deductible applies.

What You Will PayNetwork Provider

(You will pay the least)Out-of-Network Provider(You will pay the most)

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3 of 9*For more information about limitations and exceptions, see plan or policy document at https://api.centene.com/EOC/2020/41047OH003.pdf

Common MedicalEvent

Services You May Need Limitation, Exceptions, & Other ImportantInformation

If you need drugs totreat your illness orconditionMore informationabout prescriptiondrug coverage isavailable at PreferredDrug List.

Generic drugs (Tier 1) No charge Not covered Prescription drugs are provided up to 30 daysretail and up to 90 days through mail order.

Preferred brand drugs (Tier 2) No charge Not coveredPrior authorization may be required. Prescriptiondrugs are provided up to 30 days retail and up to90 days through mail order.

Non-preferred brand drugs(Tier 3) No charge Not covered

Prior authorization may be required. Prescriptiondrugs are provided up to 30 days retail and up to90 days through mail order.

Specialty drugs (Tier 4) No charge Not coveredPrior authorization may be required. Prescriptiondrugs are provided up to 30 days retail and up to30 days through mail order.

If you haveoutpatient surgery

Facility fee (e.g., ambulatorysurgery center)

No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required.

Physician/surgeon fees No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required.

What You Will PayNetwork Provider

(You will pay the least)Out-of-Network Provider(You will pay the most)

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4 of 9*For more information about limitations and exceptions, see plan or policy document at https://api.centene.com/EOC/2020/41047OH003.pdf

Common MedicalEvent

Services You May Need Limitation, Exceptions, & Other ImportantInformation

If you needimmediate medicalattention

Emergency room care No charge No charge -----None-----Emergency medicaltransportation

No charge No charge -----None-----

Urgent care No charge Not covered -----None-----

If you have ahospital stay

Facility fee (e.g., hospitalroom)

No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required.

Physician/surgeon fees No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required.If you need mentalhealth, behavioralhealth, or substanceabuse services

Outpatient services No charge Not coveredPrior authorization may be required. (PCP andother practitioner visits do not require priorauthorization)

Inpatient services No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required.

What You Will PayNetwork Provider

(You will pay the least)Out-of-Network Provider(You will pay the most)

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5 of 9*For more information about limitations and exceptions, see plan or policy document at https://api.centene.com/EOC/2020/41047OH003.pdf

Common MedicalEvent

Services You May Need Limitation, Exceptions, & Other ImportantInformation

If you are pregnant

Office visits No charge Not covered

Prior authorization not required for deliveries withinthe standard timeframe per federal regulation, butmay be required for other services. Cost-sharingdoes not apply for preventive services.Depending on the type of services, coinsurance,deductible or copayment may apply. Maternitycare may include tests and services describedelsewhere in the SBC (i.e. ultrasound).

Childbirth/deliveryprofessional services

No charge Not covered

Prior authorization not required for deliveries withinthe standard timeframe per federal regulation, butmay be required for other services. Cost-sharingdoes not apply for preventive services.Depending on the type of services, coinsurance,deductible or copayment may apply. Maternitycare may include tests and services describedelsewhere in the SBC (i.e. ultrasound).

Childbirth/delivery facilityservices

No charge Not covered

Prior authorization not required for deliveries withinthe standard timeframe per federal regulation, butmay be required for other services. Cost-sharingdoes not apply for preventive services.Depending on the type of services, coinsurance,deductible or copayment may apply. Maternitycare may include tests and services describedelsewhere in the SBC (i.e. ultrasound).

What You Will PayNetwork Provider

(You will pay the least)Out-of-Network Provider(You will pay the most)

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6 of 9*For more information about limitations and exceptions, see plan or policy document at https://api.centene.com/EOC/2020/41047OH003.pdf

Common MedicalEvent

Services You May Need Limitation, Exceptions, & Other ImportantInformation

If you need helprecovering or haveother special healthneeds

Home health care No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required. 100 Visits peryear.

Rehabilitation services No charge Not coveredPT, OT, ST limited to 20 visits each, cardiac limitedto 36 visits, pulmonary limited to 20 visits except ifrendered as part of PT, the PT visit limit will apply.

Habilitation services No charge Not covered

Prior authorization may be required. Autismspectrum disorder: Outpatient speech & languagetherapy and occupational therapy of 20 visits peryear per benefit. Outpatient clinical therapeuticintervention of 20 hrs per week.

Skilled nursing care No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required. 90 Days peryear in a facility.

Durable medical equipment No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required.Hospice services No charge Not covered Prior authorization may be required.

If your child needsdental or eye care

Children's eye exam No charge Not covered 1 visit per year.Children's glasses No charge Not covered 1 item per year.Children's dental check-up Not covered Not covered -----None-----

What You Will PayNetwork Provider

(You will pay the least)Out-of-Network Provider(You will pay the most)

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Excluded Services & Other Covered Services:

Your Rights to Continue Coverage: There are agencies that can help if you want to continue your coverage after it ends. The contact information for those agencies is:Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan at 1-877-687-1189 (TTY/TDD: 1-877-941-9236); The Ohio Department of Insurance, 50 W. Town Street Third Floor - Suite 300Columbus, Ohio 43215, Phone No. 1-800-686-1526. Other coverage options may be available to you too, including buying individual insurance coverage through theHealth Insurance Marketplace. For more information about the Marketplace, visit www.HealthCare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596.

Your Grievance and Appeals Rights: There are agencies that can help if you have a complaint against your plan for a denial of a claim. This complaint is called agrievance or appeal. For more information about your rights, look at the explanation of benefits you will receive for that medical claim. Your plan documents also providecomplete information to submit a claim, appeal, or a grievance for any reason to your plan. For more information about your rights, this notice, or assistance, contact: TheOhio Department of Insurance, 50 W. Town Street Third Floor - Suite 300 Columbus, Ohio 43215, Phone No. 1-800-686-1526.

Does this plan provide Minimum Essential Coverage? Yes If you don’t have Minimum Essential Coverage for a month, you’ll have to make a payment when you file your tax return unless you qualify for an exemption from therequirement that you have health coverage for that month.

Does this plan meet the Minimum Value Standards? Yes If your plan doesn’t meet the Minimum Value Standards, you may be eligible for a premium tax credit to help you pay for a plan through the Marketplace.

Services your Plan Generally Does NOT cover (Check your policy or plan documentation for more information and a list of any other excluded services.)• Abortion (Except in cases ofrape, incest, or when the life ofthe mother is endangered)

• Bariatric surgery • Long-term care • Weight loss programs

• Acupuncture • Cosmetic surgery • Non-emergency care whentraveling outside the U.S.

Other Covered Services (Limitations may apply to these services. This isn't a complete list. Please see your plan document.)• Chiropractic care (Limited to 12specialist visits per year)

• Hearing aids (Cochlear implantsonly)

• Private-duty nursing (Limited to90 visits per year)

• Routine foot care (Related todiabetes treatment)

• Dental care (Adult-visit & itemlimits apply per year. $1,000annual dollar limit per year.)

• Infertility treatment (See policyfor coverage details)

• Routine eye care (Adult-onevisit & one item per year. Dollarlimits apply.)

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Language Access Services:Spanish (Español): Para obtener asistencia en Español, llame al 877-687-1189, TTY/TDD 877-941-9236Tagalog (Tagalog): Kung kailangan ninyo ang tulong sa Tagalog tumawag sa 877-687-1189, TTY/TDD 877-941-9236Chinese (中文): 如果需要中文的帮助,请拨打这个号码 877-687-1189, TTY/TDD 877-941-9236Navajo (Dine): Dinek'ehgo shika at'ohwol ninisingo, kwiijigo holne' 877-687-1189, TTY/TDD 877-941-9236

––––––––––––––––––––––To see examples of how this plan might cover costs for a sample medical situation, see the next section.––––––––––––––––––––––

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9 of 9The plan would be responsible for the other costs of these EXAMPLE covered services.

About these Coverage Examples:

This is not a cost estimator. Treatments shown are just examples of how this plan might cover medical care. Your actual costs will be differentdepending on the actual care you receive, the prices your providers charge, and many other factors. Focus on the cost sharing amounts(deductibles, copayments and coinsurance) and excluded services under the plan. Use this information to compare the portion of costs youmight pay under different health plans. Please note these coverage examples are based on self-only coverage.

This EXAMPLE even includes services like:Specialist office visits (prenatal care)Childbirth/Delivery Professional ServicesChildbirth/Delivery Facility ServicesDiagnostic test (ultrasounds and blood work)Specialist visit (anesthesia)

Total Example Cost $12,800

In this example, Peg would pay:Cost Sharing

Deductibles $0Copayments $0Coinsurance $0

What isn't coveredLimits or exclusions $60The total Peg would pay is $60

Peg is Having a Baby

(9 months of in-network pre-natal care and ahospital delivery)

The plan's overall deductibleSpecialist coinsuranceHospital (Facility) coinsuranceOther coinsurance

$00%0%0%

This EXAMPLE even includes services like:Primary care physician office visits (includingdisease education)Diagnostic tests (blood work)Prescription drugsDurable medical equipment (glucose meter)

Total Example Cost $7,400

In this example, Joe would pay:Cost Sharing

Deductibles $0Copayments $0Coinsurance $0

What isn't coveredLimits or exclusions $60The total Joe would pay is $60

Managing Joe's type 2 Diabetes

(a year of routine in-network care of a well-controlled condition)

The plan's overall deductibleSpecialist coinsuranceHospital (Facility) coinsuranceOther coinsurance

$00%0%0%

This EXAMPLE even includes services like:Emergency room care (including medicalsupplies)Diagnostic test (x-ray)Durable medical equipment (crutches)Rehabilitation services (physical therapy)

Total Example Cost $1,900

In this example, Mia would pay:Cost Sharing

Deductibles $0Copayments $0Coinsurance $0

What isn't coveredLimits or exclusions $0The total Mia would pay is $0

Mia's Simple Fracture

(in-network emergency room visit and followup care)

The plan's overall deductibleSpecialist coinsuranceHospital (Facility) coinsuranceOther coinsurance

$00%0%0%

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