An independent, non-profit membership corporation providing protection against the costs of surgery and other items of medical care in a limited geographical area.
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An independent, not for profit, membership US corporation providing protection against the costs of surgery and other items of medical care in USA.
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MEDICAL,USA: Insurance programs that provide protection against the costs of hospital care, surgery, and other items of medical care. Most are nonprofit organizations offering prepaid health care services for their subscribers.