Navigating the Waters
Do you know someone needing a little extra assistance navigating this brave new world of health care? Let them know that Beacon Health System has free health insurance marketplace navigators ready and waiting to assist.
The newly expanded Beacon Health Coverage Enrollment Center is staffed with certified navigators who guide people through the enrollment process for health plans as well as eligibility requirements for tax credits.
To access the Beacon Health Coverage Enrollment Center, call toll free 844-647-6476, to be referred to the closest enrollment site. You can shop for health insurance coverage or renew or change your current coverage soon.
If you have a qualifying life event (change in family size, household income, moving to a different state, change in employer-offered insurance, etc.), you may be eligible for a Special Enrollment Period.
Many people also qualify for financial help with paying for their health coverage. The amount of help is based on an individual or family’s income, and works on a sliding scale, so those with lower incomes will qualify for more financial aid. Exemptions are available if you are unable to afford coverage; however, you must apply for an exemption so you don’t have to pay a tax penalty for going without coverage.
One number: 844-647-6476
Open Enrollment: Nov. 15, 2014 – Feb. 15, 2015
To ensure access to your preferred Beacon Health System hospitals, physicians and health practitioners, ask your Beacon Navigator to help you enroll in a marketplace plan that includes Beacon providers. Marketplace plans are offered by the following:
- Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield
- Ambetter from MHS
- Assurant Health
- PHP
- United Healthcare All Savers Health Plans
