October 1, 2013: Healthcare marketplace open enrollment began.
December 23, 2013: Deadline to enroll for January 1st plans (for most people).
January 1, 2014: Healthcare coverage can start.
March 31, 2014: Open enrollment ends.
–Click here for more information on dates and deadlines.
-How can I apply for healthcare coverage? Click here.
-What is the website for the healthcare marketplace? Click here.
-What if I have a pre-existing condition? Click here.
–Click here for information on the Affordable Care Act and Alaska Natives.
-For more information on healthcare for pregnant or nursing women, click here.
-For information on the Affordable Care Act and children, click here.
–Click here if you are already enrolled in Medicaid.
–Click here if you are already enrolled in Medicare.
–Click here if you are already enrolled in Denali KidCare.
–Click here if you already receive Veterans’ benefits.
–Click here if you are already have insurance through your job.
–Click here if you are a part-time employee with no health coverage.
–Click here if you are self-employed.
–Click here if you are unemployed.
–Alaska Island Community Services (AICS) has certified application counselors. They are holding open hours for Affordable Care Act questions and counseling from 2:30-4 pm Monday through Friday. Stop by or give them a call at 907-874-2373 to schedule an appointment.
–Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a healthcare navigator organization. Click here to check out their Affordable Care Act webpage. You can also email them at healthreform@anthc.org or call them at 907-729-7777.
If you want Q & A style answers or more detailed explanations, click here.