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Now is the time to Get Covered America! #TakeCare

Disclaimer: “This post was made possible by Element Associates. I was compensated for my participation as a Twitter Party Consultant.

GCA-logo-headerOne things for sure, Health Coverage has been the talk of the town and media for some time now. Even in my own home my husband and I have discussed health coverage. With us both having a few medical issues it is vital that we find the right coverage plan for us both and the kids!

Are you aware that more than half of all uninsured Americans can get covered for under $100 a month. And 4 in 5 people, who have already signed up, got help paying for their insurance.The uninsured are exposed to significant financial risk from medical issues, accidents or emergencies. Even young and healthy individuals are at-risk. One trip to the emergency room for a broken arm or a bad ear infection could cost thousands of dollars, who has that kind of money?

With fall coming upon us soon open enrollment will begin, plus special enrollment will be ongoing as well. As with other elements of the health care law, many of those eligible for coverage don’t understand all the details.

While the Health Insurance Marketplaces don’t open until November 15th, certain “qualifying life events” (like getting married, having a baby, adopting a child, moving, losing your current health insurance, losing insurance when you turn 26 if you were covered under a parent’s healthcare plan, losing insurance after graduation if you were covered under your college’s healthcare plan, and more) could allow you to get covered now.

Many people may be unaware of all the different health plan options available  to them like:

· If you have an uninsured friend or family member, what do they need to know?

They need to know that there are plans out there to cover them and their families, its important to act soon don’t wait til something happens. They can visit GetCoveredAmerica.org  today.They may qualify to enroll now if they’ve experienced a “Qualifying Life Event.” or better yet tell them to mark their calendar for November 15th, 2014 — that’s when the Marketplace opens again for 2015 coverage!

Many may also ask what is Open Enrollment?

Open Enrollment is the period of time when you can enroll in a health insurance plan in the Marketplace and check to see if you qualify for help paying for your insurance.
More than half of all uninsured Americans can get covered for under $100 a month. And 4 in 5 people, who have already signed up, got help paying for their insurance.Open enrollment for 2015 starts on November 15th, but certain changes in your life, called “qualifying life events,” could allow you to get covered through the health insurance marketplace now.

What if I can’t afford health insurance?

Financial help is available. In fact, over half of Americans under 35 could get covered for under $50 a month! More than half of all uninsured Americans can get covered for under $100 a month. And 4 in 5 people, who have already signed up, got help paying for their insurance. Use the “Get Covered Calculator” to see how much help you could qualify for to cover your monthly insurance cost.

What if I need help?

If you get stumped with your application, no worries! Local help is available. Use our Get Covered America 101 page to find answers to the most commonly asked questions, or our locator tool to find an expert who can help. By entering your zip code,
you will get the names and phone numbers of experts who can help you complete your application and understand your health insurance options.

DONT WAIT, there is health coverage plans for everyone. You don’t have to walk around uninsured the opportunity for you to find that right health plan is just a click away——->.GETCOVEREDAMERICA

Check out the video, it’s an interactive Q&A session about “qualifying life events” and healthcare enrollment led by Annette Raveneau, the National Latino Press Secretary for Enroll America’s “Get Covered America” campaign.

 

 

Disclaimer: “This post was made possible by Element Associates. I was compensated for my participation as a Twitter Party Consultant.

 

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