Solidarity HealthShare vs Medi-Share: 2026 Comparison
Solidarity HealthShare is a Catholic ministry, while Medi-Share is the largest Christian (evangelical) health sharing ministry. Beyond the faith distinction, the real gap is reliability: Solidarity (2.5/5) members report claim delays of 6–24 months and very low satisfaction, while Medi-Share (4.5/5) has nearly 350,000 members, a 30+ year track record, no cap, and a 1,000,000+ provider First Health PPO network. For most Christian families, Medi-Share is the more dependable choice.
Solidarity HealthShare is a Catholic ministry, while Medi-Share is the largest Christian (evangelical) health sharing ministry. Beyond the faith distinction, the real gap is reliability: Solidarity (2.5/5) members report claim delays of 6–24 months and very low satisfaction, while Medi-Share (4.5/5) has nearly 350,000 members, a 30+ year track record, no cap, and a 1,000,000+ provider First Health PPO network. For most Christian families, Medi-Share is the more dependable choice.
Editor’s pick
Medi-Share
Monthly share varies · ★ 4.5
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| Factor | Solidarity HealthShare | Medi-Share |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost (Individual) | $67-$399 | Quote-based (no published rate card) |
| Initial Unshareable Amount (IUA) | $3,000 / $6,000 / $9,000 / $12,000 | $3,000 / $6,000 / $9,000 / $12,000 |
| Coverage Cap | $1,000,000 per incident per year | No sharing limits beyond the first month of membership. Sharing is limited to $50,000 the first month of membership. See Medi-Share Guidelines for limitations on sharing of pre-existing conditions and maternity. |
| Faith Requirement | Catholic | Christian (light) |
| Pre-Existing Wait | 12 months | 36 months |
| Network | Any doctor | First Health |
| Prescriptions | Included | Partial |
| Mental Health | Included | Partial |
| Maternity | Included | Included |
| Processing Time | 90-120 days (members report 6-24 months) | 45-60 days |
Verified July 2026 from official plan materials and each plan's official website.
Medi-Share offers the track record and reliability Solidarity has struggled with — though devout Catholics may still weigh the Solidarity values alignment.
Choose Medi-Share
A large, established, dependable Christian community with no cap, a PPO network, and faster, more consistent sharing. Monthly shares are quote-based.
Consider Solidarity only if
You specifically want a Catholic-values ministry and are willing to accept documented claim-processing delays for that alignment.
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Medi-Share
4.5/5Monthly share varies · Christian families, established community with 30+ years history
Solidarity HealthShare
2.5/5from $67/mo · Catholic families seeking values-aligned ministry with strong mental health and maternity coverage
How much is Medi-Share a month?
Medi-Share does not publish a universal rate card. The monthly share depends on the Annual Household Portion you choose ($3,000, $6,000, $9,000, or $12,000), date of birth, marital status, state, and household size, so a single adult needs a personalized quote. The one published starting price is $99 a month for Medi-Share 65+, for members 65 or older with Medicare Parts A and B. Our guide to how much Medi-Share costs a month walks through the AHP tiers and the costs sharing does not pick up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Solidarity HealthShare reliable?
Members report claim delays of 6–24 months and satisfaction scores of 1.4–1.6/5. Medi-Share, by contrast, has a long track record of consistent sharing.
Is Medi-Share Catholic?
No. Medi-Share is an evangelical Christian ministry; Solidarity is specifically Catholic. If Catholic values alignment is essential, that is the main draw of Solidarity — but weigh it against the reliability concerns.
Which is larger?
Medi-Share has nearly 350,000 members; Solidarity is much smaller (~50,000), which means less risk distribution across claim years.
Christian sharing community
Medi-Share
Monthly share varies · ★ 4.5
A Christian bill-sharing ministry established in 1993. Get a personalized monthly share quote and review first-month and condition-specific eligibility limits before joining.
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