I’m an immigrant. Can I purchase health coverage? Generally yes. Please see the Department of Health and Human Services’ list of immigration statuses that qualify for coverage in the Marketplace (http://1.usa.gov/1pyQWPh) and factsheet on citizenship and immigration questions http://bit.ly/2gpctMl). I’m a U.S. national, COFA migrant or other non-citizen. Do I have options for health coverage?…
I am a small business owner. Do I have to provide coverage? If you have less than 50 full-time equivalent employees, you are not required to provide health insurance coverage for employees. Beginning in 2015, only businesses with 50 or more full-time equivalent employees will be required to provide coverage. Is there help for small…
Do I have to purchase health coverage? Generally yes. Starting January 1, 2014, to most individuals in the United States will be required to buy insurance or pay a penalty. There are a limited number of exceptions and exemptions to this requirement including for those who are undocumented, face a hardship, or who obtain a…
Can I keep my current health plan? Possibly. Your current health insurance plan may not be available anymore if it doesn’t cover certain standard benefits, such as preventive care services and prescription drug coverage, which all plans must now cover. If your plan already includes these standard benefits, which many do, you should be able…
I need help in a language other than English. What can I do? The Marketplace has a number of ways to get help. You can contact the call center 24 hours a day at 1-800-318-2596 and get help in many different languages. Every state will also have trained people in your community to help you…
What is the new Health Insurance Marketplace? The new health care law creates a new way to buy insurance: the Health Insurance Marketplace. Individuals and families can shop for, purchase, and enroll in health insurance that meets their budget all in one competitive marketplace. The Marketplace will be online and allow you to easily compare…
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At APIAHF, we have worked nonstop since the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enactment to implement the law, elevate the experiences of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders and to ensure the law lives up to its promises. As the Oct. 1 open enrollment date approaches, APIAHF along with the Association of Asian Pacific Community…
Why #GetCovered? Open enrollment under the health reform law known as “Obamacare” begins October 1, 2013. Our goal is to make sure people across the country are informed about open enrollment and the new health reform law. This is a Tumblr account showing community members across the country supporting the new health care law and…
The Affordable Care Act provides new health insurance coverage options and incentives for small business owners, employees, and their families. With high rates of both small business ownership and uninsurance, these options will be particularly helpful for the Asian American (AA) and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) community. The Asian & Pacific Islander American…
