Affordable Care Act health insurance expiring soon

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — You must apply for new health insurance through the Affordable Care Act of 2023 by January 15.

Qualified persons are: If you’re self-employed, your employer doesn’t provide health insurance, you’re unemployed, or you can’t get coverage through Medicare or Medicaid, you can get coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace. increase. .

For example, West Virginia Navigator helps people in West Virginia buy the plan that best fits their needs.

According to Jeremy Smith, the nonprofit’s program director, if you live in a mountain state, they can answer questions and provide registration support.

Staff can also help you choose the best plan for you and your family.

We know how important it is to have health insurance. If you have no health insurance and get into an accident, one car crash or one surgery can bankrupt you and your family. Plus, if you have insurance, you’re more likely to go to the doctor to catch small problems before they become big problems. After financial insurance is applied, most people can get plans that start at under $50 per month.

Jeremy Smith, WV Navigator Program Director

West Virginia Navigator is extending its hours of operation from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. this week and Saturday, Smith said.

On Sundays, it is available until midnight.

If you live in Ohio, Smith says you can go healthcare.gov Find out how to apply by the January 15th deadline.