Start Health

Start Health is a unique alternative to traditional health insurance that gives you more freedom and control over how you pay for healthcare. It is not health insurance—it is a fixed-benefit reimbursement plan that allows you to see any provider and shop for competitive cash-pay prices without being limited to a traditional provider network. You pay your provider as a self-pay patient, then submit an itemized bill through the Start Health Member Portal to receive the benefits available under your plan. Start Health also gives you tools to see benefit amounts before receiving care, compare providers and cash prices, and get help from a support team when deciding where to go. Eligible plans can also include a Start HSA, allowing you to use tax-free HSA funds for qualified medical expenses, while preventive care benefits are paid directly to you without first applying toward the deductible. It's a flexible approach designed for people who want more choice in where they receive care, greater visibility into healthcare costs, and financial support when covered medical expenses arise.