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Published onMay 30, 2014

Still need health coverage? You’ve got options

Even though open enrollment is over, you may still have options to get health coverage this year.

Just answer a few questions to find out if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period, Medicaid, or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

Special Enrollment Periods

If you experience a qualifying life event, you’ll still be able to sign up for private insurance in the Marketplace.

Published onMay 29, 2014

Graduating from college? Here are 4 ways to get health coverage

College students and recent graduates have several options for finding coverage in the Health Insurance Marketplace®.

1. Special Enrollment Periods for College Grads

If your student health plan is ending, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to sign up for private health insurance in the Marketplace.

Published onMay 13, 2014

The SHOP Marketplace salutes small business

During National Small Business Week and every week, we recognize and thank you for your important contributions to the nation.

Whether you’re a small employer or a sole proprietor, the Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) can help you find health coverage for yourself and your employees.

Find out how the SHOP Marketplace can help your small business.

Published onMay 12, 2014

Health insurance with Medicaid is the perfect Mother’s Day gift

Mother’s Day might be behind us but it’s not too late to give your mother a special gift. Let the moms in your life know that health insurance is available through Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

Enrollment is open all year round. Children and teens up to 19 can qualify for free or low-cost coverage – and parents may be eligible too.

Find out how to get Medicaid or CHIP coverage.