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In Some Rural Areas, Fewer Coverage Options but Lower Prices

Compared with residents in the state's big cities, Texans in many rural areas may have fewer options in the new federally run health insurance marketplace. But that doesn't necessarily mean they'll pay higher premiums, analysts say.

By Veronica Zaragovia, KUT NewsOct. 30, 2013, 5:59 a.m. CentralUpdated Oct. 30, 2013, 5:59 a.m. Central

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In Some Rural Areas, Fewer Coverage Options but Lower Prices

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In Some Rural Areas, Fewer Coverage Options but Lower Prices

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October 30, 2013

Compared with residents in the state's big cities, Texans in many rural areas may have fewer options in the new federally run health insurance marketplace. But that doesn't necessarily mean they'll pay higher premiums, analysts say.

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