Health coverage will soon be a reality for millions who need it. And most importantly, that coverage will translate into more opportunities to live longer, healthier and fuller lives.
—Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, RWJF president & CEO
Health Insurance Enrollment
Starting October 1, millions of Americans can find and enroll in quality, affordable coverage through health insurance marketplaces.
Enrollment Begins
Risa Lavizzo-Mourey, MD, RWJF president and CEO, marks the October 1 launch of open enrollment through health insurance marketplaces as an historic opportunity to cover America’s uninsured.
Need to enroll in a new #insurance plan this year? Or want to help others? These resources can help.
Enroll Now
HealthCare.gov is the official resource for health insurance marketplaces. Explore and compare health plans, get answers to questions, and learn more about financial help in paying for premiums or co-pays.
Individuals & Families
Through health insurance marketplaces, individuals and families can find a health plan that fits their needs and budget.
Small Businesses
Business owners can offer coverage to their employees through the Small Business Health Options Program marketplace.
Helping Others Enroll
Everyone can play a role in helping to reach and enroll the millions of people who can benefit from new health insurance options.
What is a health insurance marketplace?
Health insurance marketplaces, or exchanges, are where individuals, families and small business employees can shop online for health insurance plans.
All plans offered through the marketplaces cover essential health benefits such as doctor visits, emergency care, hospitalizations, prescriptions, and more. Plans also cover preventive care—including checkups and screenings—at no cost to the patient.
Through the marketplaces, people will be able to enroll in and purchase plans online, in-person, and over-the-phone. There will be trained experts to answer questions and provide guidance through the enrollment process.
Explaining Insurance Marketplaces
Not sure what it all means? Watch this video for a plain-English explanation.
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How does health reform affect insurance costs?
PBS NewsHour analyst and RWJF Policy Adviser Susan Dentzer joins Ray Suarez to answer some frequently asked questions about the Affordable Care Act's effect on insurance premiums.
