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Act Quick: 2019
Marketplace Health Insurance Enrollment is Now Open Until
December 15
Neighborhood Health
Association offers free, in-person support
Thursday, November 1
marked the first day of the open enrollment period for
Ohioans looking to enroll in or change their plan through
the Health Insurance Marketplace (Marketplace) for coverage
in 2019. Ohioans exploring affordable health insurance
options can receive free assistance by making an appointment
with a Certified Application Counselor at Neighborhood
Health Association.
“Our trained Certified
Application Counselors are well equipped to answer any
questions our clients may have, offer step-by-step advice
through the enrollment process, and identify health
insurance discounts they can receive through HealthCare.gov,”
says Antoinette Banks, NHA Certified Application Counselor,
“Please call Neighborhood Health Association today at
(419) 720.7883
and schedule an appointment with one of our application
counselors.”
Marketplace plans must
include key benefits like mental health care, maternity
care, prescription drug coverage and hospitalization
services. Many Marketplace shoppers will qualify for a
discount based on their income. Last year, more than eight
in 10 applicants could get a plan for less than $100/month.
After open enrollment
closes on December 15, 2018, accessing health insurance in
the Marketplace is limited until the next open enrollment
period or to those who experience a qualifying life event
like job loss, change in household composition, etc. Please
note, Medicaid enrollment is available year-round; Ohioans
with annual incomes at or below 138 percent of the federal
poverty level ($16,753 for an individual) can apply for
coverage through Medicaid at any time during the year.
It is the mission of the NHA to put health within reach of
all community members, regardless of the ability to pay,
through equal access to quality medical care and educational
and support services essential for well-being of body and
mind. Through effective delivery of services, the NHA
strives to become a national model of care for the under and
uninsured in our community, empowering patients through
responsiveness to their needs and fostering a workplace
invigorated with enthusiasm for our singular purpose. For
more information about the NHA, visit
www.nhainc.org.
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