Information about health care

Published onMarch 7, 2019

How to check your Form 1095-A

If anyone in your household had Marketplace health insurance in 2018, you should have already received Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace^® Statement, in the mail.

Published onJanuary 31, 2019

3 things to know about 2018 taxes & Marketplace insurance

2018 tax filing season starts January 29, 2019. You must report information about your 2018 health coverage when you file. If you had Marketplace health insurance in 2018, check out these 3 tips:

Published onJanuary 17, 2019

3 ways to use your new Marketplace coverage

Now that you’re enrolled in a health plan for 2019, you can use your new coverage for regular and emergency care, prescription drugs, and preventive care.

Published onJanuary 3, 2019

Ring in the New Year with free preventive services

Starting in 2019, take advantage of the free preventive services — like flu shots and screening tests — available with your Marketplace plan.

Published onDecember 20, 2018

Pay your premium: Make sure your coverage starts January 1

Now that you’ve enrolled in 2019 Marketplace insurance, you must pay your monthly for your coverage to start. You pay your premiums directly to the insurance company.

Published onNovember 21, 2018

3 reasons to enroll in 2019 Marketplace coverage

Staying healthy is important. This Thanksgiving, give yourself the peace of mind that comes with having health insurance. You have until December 15, 2018 to enroll in or change health insurance for 2019.

Published onOctober 11, 2018

Find out what Marketplace health plans cover

All Marketplace plans cover the same set of essential health benefits, preventive care, and pre-existing conditions. Starting November 1 you can enroll in or renew a plan for 2019, so you’ll continue to have access to these benefits.

Published onSeptember 27, 2018

Stay healthy with your free flu shot this fall

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months and older get a flu shot every year. With your Marketplace health plan, your flu shot is free from a provider in your plan's network.

Published onAugust 16, 2018

3 ways to use your health plan when you’re feeling well

Health insurance isn’t only for when you’re sick. You can use it to maintain your health. Understanding how your coverage works before you need care can also make things easier if you get sick.

Published onAugust 9, 2018

Have a pre-existing condition? Your health coverage isn't affected

Did you know all Marketplace plans must cover treatment for , like asthma, diabetes, and cancer?

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