Starting October 1st, 2013, millions of Americans who lack health insurance or want to explore other options can sign up to obtain coverage through the online Health Insurance Marketplace, which is established as part of the Affordable Care Act. The Marketplace, sometimes referred to as "exchanges," is a new way to find health coverage that is best suitable for you.
Either your state or federal government runs the Marketplace. With your Marketplace application, you can enroll, apply for subsidies to lower your premiums, see if your income and household size can lower your costs and compare the coverage options in your area. It's a one-stop shop... comparable to shopping online for the best-priced airline ticket or hotel room, but more complex.
Most Americans will be eligible to use the Marketplace.
Coverage starts as soon as January 1, 2014 and the open enrollment ends March 31, 2014; so it is important to learn about your options as soon as possible.
Marianne Eterno, Assistant Vice President of Government Relations for Guarantee Trust Life Insurance Company, guides you through the important details of the Marketplace, from applying to what plans are covered.
What is the Health Insurance Marketplace?
Open enrollment for the Marketplace ends March 31, 2014, so it's important to learn about your options as soon as possible.
Additional Info
- Segment Number: 1
- Audio File: staying_well/1338sw1a.mp3
- Featured Speaker: Marianne Eterno
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Guest Bio:
Marianne Eterno began her insurance career in 1987 at the former Golden Rule Insurance Company in Indianapolis, Indiana, and moved to Chicago in 1992, when she accepted a position with Celtic Insurance Company.
Marianne came to Guarantee Trust Life Insurance Company (GTL) in 1996, as a compliance and government relations consultant, and formally joined the company in 1997. As Assistant Vice President of Government Relations, she represents GTL in both the state and federal arenas, drives coalition development for the company, and serves as the company's media and public relations spokesperson.
In addition to sitting on committees for every major insurance trade association, Marianne serves on the Board of Directors of RetireSafe, a 400,000 member grassroots advocacy organization for senior citizens and as the Executive Director for the Council for Affordable Health Insurance. - Length (mins): 10
- Waiver Received: No
- Host: Melanie Cole, MS
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