Mixed Results from the 2019 Open Enrollment Period
The State-Based Marketplace Open Enrollment Period (OEP) is not over yet, in most cases, but across the board states that chose to build and maintain their own exchange are showing
Why States Should Consider Transitioning from Federally-Facilitated to State-Based Marketplace Now
On December 14, 2018, a district judge in Texas ruled the Affordable Care Act (ACA) unconstitutional (see this NYTimes news article for a basic overview). While the ruling has no
Washington Healthplanfinder Set for Start of Open Enrollment on Nov. 1
The Washington Health Benefit Exchange reminded residents yesterday of the tools available to them to help find and enroll in a health insurance plan this open enrollment period. GetInsured has
You Won’t Be Down & Out with GetInsured
Let’s talk about downtimes. Open enrollment is almost upon us and with a once again abbreviated enrollment period, each hour matters for consumers that wish to purchase health insurance. This
Which States Have State-Based Marketplaces?
States which currently use State-Based Health Insurance Marketplaces: California - Covered California Colorado - Connect for Health Colorado Connecticut - Access Health CT District of Columbia - DC Health Link Idaho
Coverage Start Date Explained
Basic Explanation You’ve pressed Send on your health insurance enrollment application and paid your premium. Now you’re covered, right? Maybe, maybe not. Your health insurance coverage start date—also called your
Exemptions Explained
A Basic Explanation Under the Affordable Care Act, many Americans who don’t have health insurance that qualifies as minimum essential coverage will have to pay a penalty. However, some situations,
Health Insurance Plan Deductibles Explained
A Basic Explanation Even after you buy health insurance, you'll still have to pay some medical bills. Surprised? Many people are -- and this is why the deductible is such
Catastrophic Plans Explained
A Basic Explanation Catastrophic coverage is health insurance that primarily protects you from medical bankruptcy if you suffer a serious accident or illness. It's the least generous type of health
Preventive Care Explained
A Basic Explanation Taking steps to catch health problems early, before they become a big deal, is what preventive care is all about. Preventive healthcare can allow your doctor to