DePaul Community Health Centers (DCHC) offers Health Insurance Marketplace assistance for everyone during the current enrollment period that concludes Jan. 15. DCHC, designated as a Champion for Coverage, employs several health insurance navigators to help individuals understand and choose the right health coverage. Call (504) 482-2080, ext. 2246, for assistance.
Dr. Michael G. Griffin, DCHC’s president and CEO, encourages everyone to sign up for health insurance coverage.
“The federal government’s doing everything possible to ensure that more individuals enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace. Plans for more affordable than ever for most Americans, and DCHC is proud to help consumers learn more about the health plans and to enroll in them. We’re honored to be designated as a Champion of Coverage,” he said.
Having health insurance coverage is more important than ever, given the on-going COVID-19 virus pandemic, a potentially challenging flu season, and health problems or concerns that some people neglected due to the pandemic. This year, a new law, the American Rescue Plan, offers greatly improved financial assistance which can significantly lower people’s premiums.
This means the following:
-Four out of five people will be able to find plans for $10 a month or less, after newly expanded financial assistance.
-With the new law, millions more people qualify for tax incentives that lower their premiums.
-These health plans offer doctor visits, emergency care, preventive care, hospital care, and prescription drugs
-Consumers who enroll by Dec. 15 can get coverage that starts Jan. 1, 2022.
Consumers may visit Healthcare.gov to sign up for an account, enroll, and select a plan that best meets their needs or to update their information. Health insurance navigators at DCHC are available to personally help anyone enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call (504) 482-2080 ext. 2246 for assistance.