Frequently-asked questions by tag

Do plans sold in the health insurance exchanges cover abortion?

March 17, 2026 – In 25 states, Marketplace health insurance plans are not allowed to cover abortions except for circumstances involving rape, incest, or the…

If I get an Obamacare premium subsidy in the Marketplace, is the subsidy considered income?

November 18, 2025 – Premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions lower the amount you pay towards premiums and out-of-pocket costs but the subsidies aren't…

Can I get new coverage effective the month after my employer-sponsored coverage ends or do I have to take COBRA?

July 31, 2025 – You do not have to continue your plan with COBRA unless you want to. You qualify for a special enrollment period if your…

My wife and I each make about $50,000 a year. If we file our taxes separately, can we each qualify for an exchange subsidy?

October 22, 2026 – The guidelines for eligibility are determined by total household income and the number of people in the household.…

We’re a family of four with an income of $60,000 a year. What kinds of subsidies are available to help us purchase insurance through the exchanges?

December 30, 2025 – The government offers two types of subsidies for people who buy their own insurance in the state’s marketplaces (a.k.a. health insurance…

If I qualify for Medicaid, should I worry about the deadline for open enrollment?

December 23, 2021 – It's true that Medicaid and CHIP enrollment are year-round. But that doesn’t mean that you should disregard the end of open enrollment…