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The 2025 Open Enrollment Period (OEP) begins November 1, 2025, and ends usually January 15, 2025, in most states.1 The chart below shows the 2025 OEP dates for the states that use the federal Health Insurance Marketplace. Coverage begins January 1. If you have a Special Enrollment Period, coverage will begin the first day of […]
Want to skip the trip to the pharmacy, but still need medications? Home delivery of prescriptions can save you time and money. Most prescription drug plans offer this service. And there’s at least six reasons getting your prescriptions this way makes sense. Ready to learn more about how home delivery of prescriptions can save you […]
HealthMarkets helps you understand the difference between these different types of prescription medications — and how that can help you save. Next time you go to your local pharmacy, you may have some sticker shock. You’re not the only person who’s been feeling the cost of prescription drugs in their wallet lately. In 2022, the […]
When it’s time to renew your health insurance policy, what should you look for? In most cases, you’ll review your health insurance policy, evaluate your options, and choose a plan during Open Enrollment beginning on November 1, for coverage beginning Jan. 1.1 Maybe you’ll renew your existing health insurance policy. Or maybe some things […]
Newborn Health Insurance – The first thing to know about getting your newborn health insurance is that birth is a qualifying event.
HealthMarkets helps you navigate what insurance may cover if you have hearing issues or a need for hearing aids. Are you one of the roughly 37.5 million American adults who has trouble hearing? Keep reading to learn what insurance may or may not cover. “Out-of-pocket costs for devices and services because of lack of insurance […]
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expanded healthcare coverage to include preventive services. These services are provided without a deductible, copay, or coinsurance. So, are vaccines covered by health insurance? All Affordable Care Act-qualified health insurance plans cover certain vaccines Which vaccines are covered will vary slightly depending on age (under or over the age of […]
Shopping for health insurance can be overwhelming. Whether it’s your first time or your annual review, knowing the basics can help you effectively compare plans and find coverage that suits your needs and budget. An easy way to start is by understanding the basics of health insurance costs. Premiums The premium is the amount you […]
HealthMarkets helps you differentiate between these 2 types of prescription payment options. Next time you visit the pharmacy counter, you may spot a sign advertising prescription discount cards. Those cards, which are usually free, promise big savings on drug costs. But before you get your prescription discount card and start using it, learn how it […]
You may have received a notice that your plan was not being renewed this upcoming year. First, don’t worry. Your current policy most likely can still be used through the end of the year, and you will have time to replace it before it expires. Even if your coverage is ending before the end of […]
HealthMarkets helps you choose the Affordable Care Act plan that’s best for you. Shopping for health insurance can be confusing. That’s one of the main reasons why Affordable Care Act (ACA) health plans have metal levels — bronze, silver, gold and platinum — that help offer clarity. Before you sign up for coverage, it’s important […]
How much will you have to pay for medication? It depends on your prescription drug plan and tier pricing. You’ve probably noticed some prescription drugs cost more than others…sometimes a lot more. Ever wondered why? It may have to do with your prescription drug plan’s tier pricing.1 In this article, you’ll learn… What a prescription […]