Post by bot on Nov 6, 2016 19:54:11 GMT -5
Hoyer Statement on Open Enrollment for Health Insurance Marketplaces
WASHINGTON, DC - House Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today:
"Starting today, Americans can browse affordable health insurance plans and sign up for coverage through the health insurance marketplaces. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, more Americans than ever before are able to purchase insurance coverage, and most consumers can still find plans with premiums of less than $75 a month. The law has also put an end to legal discrimination by insurance companies against women and those with pre-existing conditions, and those under the age of twenty-six can remain covered through their parents' plans.
"Congress must continue working to improve the Affordable Care Act to bring costs down and raise the quality of care. The recent news of double-digit increases in premiums for some covered through the marketplaces was alarming, and Democrats are ready to sit down with Republicans to reach bipartisan solutions. But we can't turn back the clock, as some Republicans would prefer, and return to the days when millions more were unable to afford insurance and when consumers could lose their coverage when they became sick. Democrats will continue to stand up to those who wish to repeal or undermine health care reform rather than working to improve upon it.
"For those who are not yet covered or wish to shop around for a better plan, visiting www.HealthCare.gov is a great way to get started. Consumers can also use the site to see whether they are eligible for tax credits to help them afford coverage – even if they were not eligible in previous years, they might be eligible for 2017. One can also access information and purchase coverage by calling 1-800-318-2596 (TTY: 1-855-889-4325). The deadline to sign up for coverage that begins January 1 is December 15, and the last day to enroll for coverage in 2017 is January 31. I encourage everyone to explore their options and get covered."