Health Insurance
Explore insurance options related to Medicaid and healthcare to help cover medical expenses.
Getting Medical Insurance
Learn more about the ACA, COBRA, long-term care, and healthcare for individuals with disabilities. Discover how to find and enroll in health insurance.
Affordable Care Act
Visit HealthCare.gov to learn more about the Affordable Care Act and how to apply through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
You may be eligible to apply for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace during the Special Enrollment Period from April 15 to October 15, 2021, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health Insurance Plans
Your insurance can help cover the cost of treatments and prescription medications. Both you and your insurance provider will share a specific amount or percentage of your medical expenses.
Accessing Health Resources and Insurance for People with Disabilities
Learn about disability-related resources and health insurance options. If you have a disability, you have three choices for government-sponsored health coverage:
- Medicaid provides free or affordable healthcare for individuals with disabilities. Discover eligibility criteria and the application process.
- Medicare covers people under 65 with certain disabilities and those of any age with end-stage renal disease. Learn about coverage, eligibility, and application steps.
- The Affordable Care Act Marketplace offers options for those who need health insurance, have a disability, and are not eligible for disability benefits.
Health Insurance Enrollment Plans
The Open Enrollment Period is the primary time you can sign up for a Marketplace plan. Medicaid or CHIP enrollment is available year-round.
During Open Enrollment, you can apply for a Marketplace plan online, by phone, via a paper application, or with assistance from a community helper.
Some individuals may qualify for Special Enrollment Periods, which allow them to enroll in a Marketplace plan outside of Open Enrollment due to certain life events like marriage, childbirth, or loss of other coverage.