[su_box title=”Keep in mind…” style=”default”] Some groups may be exempt from having to have health insurance In order to qualify for the exemption, a group must be officially recognized as one that is opposed to the concept of having insurance. The Amish and the Mennonites are two groups that have Read more…
[su_box title=”Keep in mind…” style=”default”] Check whether you are eligible for Medicaid, CHIP or a subsidized insurance plan before self-paying for care Most primary care physicians accept cash for their services, often with a substantial discount Direct Primary Care offers health care to the uninsured for a recurring fee Urgent Read more…
[su_box title=”Keep in mind…” style=”default”] If you do not have insurance but you can afford it, you will be responsible for paying the individual mandate fine If you cannot afford health insurance, you have a number of options If the lowest cost plan on the marketplace or through your employer Read more…
[su_box title=”Keep in mind…” style=”default”] You can choose to opt into COBRA insurance, which is a federal law that extends your employer-based health insurance while you are switching jobs You can choose a health insurance plan through the Obamacare Health Insurance Marketplace You can shop for a short-term or private Read more…
[su_box title=”Keep in mind…” style=”default”] The law states that you must have health insurance coverage or face a potential fine, also known as a fee or penalty The fine imposed by the government for 2016 and 2017 is a percentage of your household income or $695 for you and $347.50 Read more…
[su_box title=”Keep in mind…” style=”default”] If you have lost coverage due to a job change or job loss, you can apply for coverage under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, also known as COBRA You can search the Health Insurance Marketplace, also known as the Health Insurance Exchange, and compare Read more…
