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Provides information about health insurance plans available to Washington state residents, including WA Apple Health (Medicaid) and Cascade Care. Determines if the user may be eligible for financial help paying for a health plan, and helps the user enroll.   Coordinates an online marketplace where individuals can apply for, learn about and be approved for medical coverage under various insurance options.   Offers comparisons of health plans.   Qualifies applicants for tax credits or financial help to pay for copays and premiums.    All insurance plans listed in the Health Plan Finder must cover essentials, including visits to the doctor and emergency room, prescriptions, maternity care and preventive care like cancer screenings and immunizations.   In addition, no one will be denied coverage because they are sick or have a pre-existing condition. Most health plans are not allowed to have annual benefit limits and none is allowed to have lifetime benefit limits.

Provides free enrollment assistance in health insurance plans, including dental and Medicare. Assists with all plans available on the Healthplanfinder. January 1 2024 was the first policies in Washington State for health insurance regardless of immigration status. Assists with initial enrollment, education, and selection of Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Drug Plans. Also assists clients with questions throughout the year.

Lead Agency for Kitsap County providing Navigators/In-Person Assisters who can help individuals enroll for health care coverage through Washington Healthplanfinder. Washington Healthplanfinder in-person assisters will be trained and certified to: * Provide individuals, families and small businesses in Washington State with impartial information to help them determine which health insurance option best fit their needs. * Identify eligibility for reduced premiums and assist in completing applications and enrollment through in-person meetings, phone calls, or interactive electronic communication. * Offer tailored support for those with cultural, linguistic, disability or other special needs.

Offers assistance to those needing to apply for health insurance through the Health Benefit Exchange or Affordable Care Act (ACA).

A Special Enrollment Period due to a recent life event, like losing other coverage, moving, getting married, or having a baby. Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), or a new Special Enrollment Period based on estimated household income Reminder: Enrollment is offered year-round to individuals and families through Washington Apple Health (Medicaid).