Local help is available through the federal government for those seeking Affordable Care Act health insurance coverage options. health insurance market.
AxessPointe Community Health Center Two years ago, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we discontinued our free in-person group registration workshops and transitioned to individual bookings. Counselors have found it more beneficial to people, so they plan to meet in person again this year, and some even go out to meet people, says Marihelyn Horrigan, a community impact manager who oversees workers. said.
The agency’s community health practitioners are trained by certified application counselors to help clients with insurance and other needs, Horrigan said. AxessPointe recently hired Spanish-speaking Community Health He also hired workers.
What information do I need to enroll in ACA health insurance?
Here is the information you will need when applying for compensation:
- Your annual taxable household income.
- All business names and addresses.
- Ability to access personal email accounts.
- Dates of birth and social security numbers for everyone in the household, regardless of whether they have applied for health insurance.
- Proper immigration documents.
For more information, visit www.HealthCare.gov.
How do I make an appointment to select a plan with AxessPointe?
To reach our Arlington office in Akron at 1400 S. Arlington St., call 330-730-6882.
For the Barberton office at 390 Robinson Avenue, call 330-730-6882.
For the Kent office at 143 Gougler Ave., call 234-788-4438.
AxessPointe counselors can also help consumers sign up for Medicaid services throughout the year.
Where else can I get help with registration?
Two regional agencies also have certified application counselors who can assist consumers in applying for ACA plans by appointment.Call Performing services in AsiaAkron office at 330-535-3263 or email [email protected]. Lifecare Family Health and Dental Center 330-454-2000, ext. 242 or 280.
You can also find additional help by searching for “assistants” who are trained to provide unbiased information. www.HealthCare.gov/find-assistance.
Learn more about affordable healthcare plans
Information about the plans available in your area and about support for registration can be found at:www.HealthCare.gov Alsowww.CuidadoDeSalud.govInformation in Spanish. Additionally, consumers can call the Marketplace Call Center at 800-318-2596 for assistance or registration.
Local support, including a list of insurance brokers in your area, can also be found at: https://localhelp.HealthCare.gov
Insurance brokers can help you with registration, but be aware that they work on a private insurer’s commission.
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