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There is a new way for you to shop and apply for affordable health insurance in the Marketplace created by health reform (also known as “Obamacare”).

What is the Marketplace?

Covered California provides an easy way to get health insurance that is the best fit for you. You can look at different health plans, compare monthly costs and enroll in the plan you want. Depending on your income, you may qualify for financial help to lower your monthly insurance costs. For example, single people making up to $46,000 per year and families of four making up to $94,000 per year will qualify for financial help. You may also qualify for coverage under Medicaid (Medi-Cal) if you did not before.
Open enrollment ends on March 31, 2014.

Who can get health insurance in the Marketplace?

The Marketplace is open to nearly everyone, including U.S. citizens and people with different immigration and residency statuses. buy health plans through Covered California’s Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP). Undocumented immigrants cannot get insurance in the Marketplace. However, they can get some services through Medi-Cal, such as emergency medical services and pregnancy-related services. Even if you are not eligible to purchase insurance through the Marketplace, you can apply for your children or other family members who might be eligible.

What if I need help?

California has an Enrollment Assistance Program with Certified Enrollment Counselors who you can meet with face-to-face to help you figure out your health insurance options.
Certified Enrollment Counselors have been trained and certified by the state to help you understand the health insurance marketplace and guide you through the enrollment process. Certified Application Counselors (CACs) are employees or volunteers at organizations such as community health centers, doctor’s offices and social service agencies who have been trained and certified by the state to help you enroll in coverage. For more information on how to find counselors, agents, or county agencies who can help you, visit https://www.coveredca.com/enrollmentassistance/ or call 1-800-300-1506.
You can also contact Samoan National Nurses Association (SNNA) at: 1-310-952-1115 for help.