InstaCare — affordable, temporary coverage
InstaCare is easy to use. Here’s how it works:
- You pay for your medical expenses until you reach the deductible you’ve selected.
- After that, InstaCare pays 80 percent of eligible expenses and you pay 20 percent. You pay until you reach your out-of-pocket maximum.
- Then, InstaCare pays 100 percent of eligible expenses.
Here’s an example
Let’s say you’ve chosen a plan with a $500 deductible and a $1,500 out-of-pocket maximum. During the period of coverage, your medical costs (not related to a preexisting condition) are $5,000.

Note that, in this example, you’ve almost reached your out-of-pocket maximum of $1,500. No matter what other eligible costs you incur during the time you’re covered, you’ll pay no more than $100 (to reach your maximum).
Apply now
For coverage starting March 31 or before, get a quote and apply online.
For coverage starting April 1 or later, please contact your agent or Blue Cross sales.
Not sure if InstaCare is right for you? Use our Plan Selector for help choosing a plan.
Learn more
- Plan contract effective March 31 or before (PDF)
- Plan contract effective April 1 or later (PDF)
- Paper application – March 31 or before (PDF)
- Paper application – April 1 or later (PDF)
- Compare all individual & family plans (PDF)
- What to consider when choosing a health plan
- Six reasons we’re the leading health plan in Minnesota
- Need help? Contact us with questions


