ACA Eligibility Mistakes and Subsidy Repayment
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Learn About The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)
The Affordable Care Act (or Obamacare) paved the way for millions to gain health insurance and coverage. Learn how it works and how it affects you.
Is My Breast Pump Covered by Insurance?
Here's how to get a free breast pump through insurance. Hint: you can thank the ...
What Happens If You Miss Open Enrollment for Health Insurance?
If you miss open enrollment for health insurance you shouldn’t assume you’re...
How to Choose Between Major Medical Insurance and a High-Deductible Health Plan
Choosing between a major medical insurance policy or high-deductible health plan...
Marketplace Insurance vs. Private Health Insurance Plans
The federal marketplace is not the only option for buying a healthcare plan, and...
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Hardship Exemptions for Health Insurance
If you’re having a tough time, there are ways to bend certain health insurance rules. A hardship exemption i...
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Official 2020 Federal Poverty Levels for Health Insurance Have Been Released
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Which Open Enrollment Year Is It?
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How Can You Tell if You Have an Obamacare Plan?
All Affordable Care Act ("Obamacare") plans must meet certain requirements. If your plan is Obamacare, it will...
When Is California’s Extra-Long Open Enrollment Period for Health Insurance?
In California, health insurance open enrollment lasts from October 15 to January 15 each year. Call or sign up...
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Are Health Insurance Subsidies Based on This Year’s Income?
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