Learn About the New Louisiana Health Care Insurance Marketplace
Beginning Jan. 1, 2014, many Louisianians will have access to greater choice, coverage and consumer protections when purchasing health care insurance. For those who do not have health care through their employer or are looking for more choices that fit their needs and budget, open enrollment for private insurance coverage in the new Health Insurance Marketplace begins October 1st.
October 1, 2013: Marketplace Enrollment Begins
- Open enrollment for the new Health Insurance Marketplace begins for individuals, families, and small businesses. If you don't have coverage, you can use the new Marketplace to buy a private insurance plan.
- Depending on your family size and income, you may get lower costs on monthly premiums and out-of-pocket costs.
- The Marketplace will offer side-by-side comparisons of private health insurance plans.
January 1, 2014: Marketplace Coverage Begins
- All plans must cover the care you need, including doctor visits, hospital stays, preventive services, prescriptions, and more. Learn more about the 10 essential health benefits all plans will be required to offer.
- No one can be denied or dropped from coverage because they have Pre-existing condition.
March 31, 2014: Marketplace Enrollment Closes
- Marketplace open enrollment closes March 31, 2014.
Resources
Individuals and Families
Along with the new website, healthcare.gov, a 24-hour call center has been opened. You can call them at 1-800-318-2596. There also is a "live chat" feature on the website. Find out more here: https://www.healthcare.gov/help-center
Para personas hispanohablantes por favor visiten CuidadoDeSalud.gov para ayuda en español.
When open enrollment starts on October 1, 2013, in many communities assisters will be available in-person to help you apply and understand your options. Information about these services in your community will be available then.
Get news and updates by email or text: You can sign up for Marketplace emails and texts now to learn about key dates, news, and information that will prepare you to enroll.
Small businesses resources
Have questions about the SHOP Marketplace for businesses with 50 or fewer employees?
Call: 1-800-706-7893 TTY: 1-800-706-7915
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. Agents and brokers may also use this number.
Additionally, the Small Business Administration has launched a website designed specifically to educate small business owners about the ACA launched. The new website provides information that is customizable based a company's location, size, and their plans for offering health benefits to their workers next year. Click here to visit this new tool to help small business owners learn more about ACA.
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