Act Now! Open Enrollment for Affordable Healthcare
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Affordable healthcare is something that all Americans deserve. Before the Affordable Care Act (ACA), millions of people and their families were at risk of financial ruin because they were uninsured. Health insurance companies could also deny health insurance coverage due to a preexisting condition like cancer or diabetes. Fortunately, you are now protected with the ACA.
Open enrollment under the Affordable Care Act begins November 1 and lasts until January 31, 2017. If you want your coverage to begin on the first of the year, you will have to enroll by December 15. Now is the time to compare healthcare plans so that you can find the best one for you. You and your clients can learn more about the Health Insurance Marketplace and how to apply for benefits at www.healthcare.gov.
Signed into law on March 23, 2010, the Affordable Care Act provides Americans with better health security by expanding coverage, lowering healthcare costs, guaranteeing more choice, and enhancing the quality of care for all Americans. As of March 2016, 20 million people have gained health insurance coverage –more than 6 million of them uninsured young adults– because of the Affordable Care Act. We now have the lowest uninsured rate in the country’s history.
No matter who you are, you are entitled to affordable healthcare. It’s a crucial part of securing today and tomorrow. The Affordable Care Act also ensures that even if you have a preexisting condition you will be covered.
If you are already covered and want to change your plan, this is the time to do it. Factors might have changed over the last year that would make you want to update your coverage. Even if you’re just curious about the many plans in the open marketplace, you can compare healthcare plans at www.healthcare.gov.
Having coverage for you and your loved ones is a critical part of a healthy and happy life. Make sure you’re covered with the plan that best suits you.
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Jim Borland, Assistant Deputy Commissioner, Communications
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brenda c.
looking for a copy of my 1095 form for tax reasons
A.C.
Hi, Brenda. If you are referring to the SSA-1099 showing the amount of benefits paid to SSA beneficiaries during last year, you can request a replacement SSA-1099/1042S for Tax Year 2019 by visiting your personal my Social Security account. We hope this helps.
Rev. L.
Need to find location for Honolulu, Hawaii?
V.V.
Hi there. Thanks for using our blog. To find an office, use our Social Security office locator.
Deborah K.
please direct me to enrollment forms for signing up for Medicare Part A, I see plenty of information but can not get to what I’m wanting to get done today. Thank You
V.V.
Hi Deborah. Generally, individuals receiving Social Security benefits are automatically enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B.
If you are at least 64 years and 9 months old and aren’t receiving Social Security benefits, you can apply for Medicare A and B online.
If you already have Medicare Part A and need to sign up for Medicare Part B, there are some forms that you will need to complete. See our Frequently Asked Questions web page for details.
ramona w.
My social security number is 324346059. I changed health insurance programs as of 1-01-19 and ask that kaiser no longer be taken out of my checking account. I am told that social security is the one that pays kaiser. from 12/1018-01/09-19. $49.00 was taken out of my checking account. That amount should have be prorated to 01-01-19. I was told to get with social seurity so no more money will be taken out of my checking account. please let me know what to do. my phone number is
Daniel m.
Quit medicare. I go to V.A. money back from 6 2018
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Diana M.
Need part d
R.F.
Hello Diana. Anyone who has Medicare can get Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D). Some people with limited resources and income also may be able to get Extra Help. This Extra Help will help pay for the costs, such as monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and prescription copayments.
For more information contact us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., or contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!
Terri J.
What is Medicare advantage complete
R.F.
Hello Terri. Please visit Medicare.gov for complete information on this topic and to find plans that are available in your area. Or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048. Thanks!
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Tim S.
Affordable to who?was diagnosed in December with lukemia and was sent to FL Hospital Orlando. Insurance paid 90,000. I was billed 432,000 Hospital alone. Still getting lab and Dr bills. Get 930.00 net a month from SS. and wife makes 15.00 an hour.Payfor insurance, house, car, gas, credit cards property taxes,medicines,,and food.,have about 10 dollars left. Haven’t touched a single med bill! Not that they don’t” deserve to be paid, juyhyyst can’t and inrance doesn’t.
douglas a.
im trying to get my 1095-b