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Published onApril 22, 2021
Health insurance isn’t just for when you’re sick. Here’s how you can use your Marketplace coverage any time.
Published onApril 8, 2021
If anyone in your household had a Marketplace plan in 2020, you’ll use Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace
® Statement to fill out
Form 8962, Premium Tax Credit (PDF, 110 KB).
Published onMarch 25, 2021
Published onFebruary 25, 2021
Marketplace plans cover a set of
— like shots and screening tests — at no cost to you.
Published onFebruary 12, 2021
If anyone in your household had a Marketplace plan in 2020, you should have received Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace® Statement, by mail from the Marketplace (not the IRS). After confirming that it’s accurate, be sure to store it with important tax information, like W-2 forms and other records, so that you can easily find it when you’re ready to file.
Published onJanuary 28, 2021
Tax filing season is here. If you had Marketplace coverage in 2020, follow these steps to get ready.
Published onJanuary 14, 2021
Now that you're enrolled in a health plan for 2021, you probably have questions about how to get the most out of your new coverage. We’re here to help, even after you enroll.
Published onDecember 23, 2020
To activate your 2021 health insurance plan, pay your first premium directly to the insurance company (not the Marketplace). Your coverage won’t start until you make payment, so follow their instructions carefully. You may be able to pay online at HealthCare.gov.
Published onNovember 25, 2020
This holiday season, gift yourself the peace of mind that comes with having health coverage. You have until Tuesday, December 15, 2020 to enroll in or change health insurance for 2021.
Published onSeptember 17, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone 6 months and older get a yearly flu shot by the end of October. By getting the shot, you’re helping to lower the spread of flu-related illnesses, hospitalizations, and even death.