Preparing household, income, current coverage and healthcare-priority information before starting a Marketplace application can make the process easier and help reduce avoidable mistakes.
Names, dates of birth, addresses, relationships and who actually needs coverage.
Marketplace applications can require expected household income for the coverage year under applicable rules.
Have information about employer plans, individual coverage, Medicaid/CHIP, Medicare or other current coverage when relevant.
If someone has access to job-based health coverage, information about that offer can matter for Marketplace financial assistance.
Lawfully present non-citizens applying for coverage may need applicable immigration-document information.
Doctors, hospitals, prescriptions, expected healthcare use and budget priorities can help when comparing plans.
Relevant household income can come from employment, self-employment, certain Social Security income, unemployment compensation and other applicable sources under Marketplace rules.
Enrollment is easier when you know which plan characteristics deserve attention before you start comparing.
Review premium, cost-sharing, provider access and prescriptions together.
Compare ACA Plans →Learn how household information can affect potential Marketplace financial assistance.
Explore Potential Savings →Understand Open Enrollment and potential Special Enrollment circumstances.
Enrollment Overview →BenefitRoute's preliminary Coverage Navigator can organize the household and coverage factors worth reviewing before your next enrollment step.
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