This week’s big news surrounding the Affordable Care Act was the Obama administration’s announcement of a partial extension to the March 31 deadline for enrolling in 2014 health insurance. Another extension? Sort of. Before you believe you now have longer to enroll, remember it is a partial extension. And in fact, the administration is careful to call it a special enrollment period rather than an extension. Who Can Enroll in
Can I Keep My Current Health Insurance for Two More Years?
A recent announcement by the Obama administration has many people wondering if they can keep their current health insurance coverage — along with their current premiums and benefits — for another two years. The short answer is – it’s too soon to say. We have been watching this closely, since this change could potentially have substantial impact, particularly in the individual health insurance market. At least two things must happen
Enrollment Extensions Under Affordable Care Act
Enrollment extensions for two key dates under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) were announced last week. 1 – Enrollment Deadline for January 1, 2014 Health Insurance Plans You now have eight extra days — until December 23, 2013 (originally December 15) — to enroll** and pay for* coverage with an effective date of January 1, 2014. *Update: 12/13/13: According to an HHS ruling, you now have until December 31, 2013
