Consumers see big variations in costs and networks

Politico: Lower Premiums In Co-Op States
States with new member-owned CO-OP health plans as part of Obamacare have premiums that are more than 8 percent lower than states that don't, a new study shows. The Consumer Operated and Oriented Plans, with startup money loaned by the health care law, have zero or very few customers yet, given all the problems with the sign-up system. But they are going toe-to-toe with traditional insurers on the exchanges in 22 states, introducing new competition to insurance markets. And there's some early evidence that they may be helping to lower costs (Norman, 10/7).

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The Kansas City Star: Check Before You Click 'Yes' On A Bargain Obamacare Plan
If you're persistent enough to get onto the Obamacare marketplace website to shop for a health insurance plan, here's something to keep in mind: The best bargains to be found in the federal marketplace might not include all the hospitals or doctors you're familiar with (Bavley and Stafford, 10/6).

The Associated Press: 4 Tips For Buying Health Insurance Without Help From The Overhaul's Income-Based Subsidies
The health care overhaul is expected to help millions of uninsured obtain coverage, but that assistance has limits. Individuals who do not have the option to obtain insurance from their employer, and who make more than about $46,000 - or a family of four bringing in more than $94,200 - will not be eligible for income-based tax credits under the new health care law. ... Here are some shopping tips to consider (Murphy, 10/4).