Can I Buy Health Insurance That Is Not Obamacare?
Yes, it’s possible to buy health insurance that is not Obamacare, although there are significant…
Hal Levy
Healthcare Writer
Hal was a former staff writer, where he monitored the insurance industry and helped consumers make smart medical decisions. Prior to joining HealthCare.com, Hal worked to grow other startups and nonprofit groups. He drinks a ton of coffee and eats vegetables almost every day.
Latest Articles by Hal Levy
What Are Association Health Plans?
Until now, only specific groups (“associations”) could create and join association plans – in 2019,…
Updated on: June 2nd, 2021
How Long Is the Health Insurance Waiting Period After I Sign Up?
There’s generally a short waiting period between when you enroll in health insurance coverage and…
Updated on: May 12th, 2021
Will My Health Insurance Pay for LASIK Surgery?
Vision problems affect a vast majority of the U.S. population. Nearly 75% of Americans rely…
Updated on: January 21st, 2021
ACA Eligibility Mistakes and Subsidy Repayment
One of the weird quirks about Affordable Care Act health plans (also called ACA or…
Updated on: March 29th, 2021
Hardship Exemptions for Health Insurance
If you’re having a tough time financially or emotionally, there are ways to bend certain…
Updated on: May 11th, 2021
2021 Obamacare Subsidy Chart and Calculator
What You Need to Know2021 health plans are measured against your projected income for 2021…
Updated on: June 1st, 2021
States That Have Extended Health Insurance Open Enrollment for 2021 (and States That Still Can)
Editor’s Note: President Biden signed an executive order to re-open the federal and state Health…
Updated on: June 2nd, 2021
When Is California’s Extra-Long Open Enrollment Period for Health Insurance?
What You Need to KnowYou can sign up for California health insurance plans from November…
Updated on: May 3rd, 2021
Got A Health Insurance Cancellation Letter? Here’s What Happens If Your Health Plan Cancels On You
You should be relieved if your health insurance plan sends you a cancellation letter! Your…