What is a patent foramen ovale (PFO)? In about 25% to 33% of people (that is, one in three to four individuals), the foramen ovale tissue flap does not close completely. When the foramen ovale remains open, it is called a â patent foramen ovaleâ or PFO. A PFO can allow a small amount of blood to pass from the right side of the heart to the left side
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Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Any insurance plan that meets the Affordable Care Act requirement for having health coverage. To avoid the penalty for not having insurance you must be enrolled in a plan that qualifies as minimum essential coverage (sometimes called âqualifying health coverageâ). See the types of plans that do and donât qualify as minimum essential coverage.