You need some basic information to start the Open Enrollment process. First, you need to provide information about your household, including household size (including anyone you claim on your tax return). For each of these people, you need some basic information like birth dates, home addresses, and social security numbers. Additionally, you’ll need information about…

Open Enrollment Period If you buy you own health insurance — versus getting health insurance through your employer — you can review your options and renew or purchase your plan for the upcoming year during the annual Open Enrollment Period (OEP). The Open Enrollment Period takes place each year from November 1 to December 15…

When you start planning for Open Enrollment, your first question may be which metal level of health coverage is right for you. Health insurance plans in the Marketplace fall into four metal-level tiers: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze. These metal levels reflect the differences in how costs for your healthcare are split between you and…

The Health Insurance Marketplace is an online system run by each state that lets people compare options and shop to find an affordable health insurance plan that works for them. Through the online Health Insurance Marketplace, you can look to see what options are available if you want to purchase insurance. With the Health Insurance…

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a Marketplace plan and Obamacare? Good news: They’re one and the same. The Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, is the landmark healthcare reform legislation. It became the law of the land in the U.S. after President Barack…