DAVENPORT, Iowa - March 10, 2015 - Federally trained health insurance navigators from Genesis Health System are still available to assist those seeking health care coverage under the Affordable Care Act through the special extended enrollment period.
The enrollment period for those seeking health care coverage under the Affordable Care Act was extended for certain individuals who meet specific requirements. The enrollment period lasted from November 15 until February 15. But, for some individuals who meet certain criteria, they may qualify for a special enrollment period that will last until April 30.
"We want to inform the community that, for many, there are still options available to get covered and that we are still here to help," said Jennifer Busch, a health insurance navigator for Genesis. "Obtaining health insurance is a key part of protecting yourself and your family."
In order to qualify for the special enrollment period, an individual must meet three requirements. First, they must not currently be enrolled in coverage through the marketplace for 2015. Second, they must attest that
when they filed their 2014 tax return they paid the penalty for not having coverage in 2014. Lastly, they must attest that they first became aware of, or understood the implications of, the Shared Responsibility Payment after the end of open enrollment in connection with preparing their taxes.
"This is an opportunity for those who didn't fully understand the implications of not having health coverage in 2014, and would like to obtain health coverage for 2015 to avoid paying the penalty," Busch continued. "A
catastrophic injury or illness can devastate a family's finances, so having health coverage is extremely important."
To contact the Genesis navigators, an email can be sent to enrollment@genesishealth.com. They are also available by calling 563.421.ENRL (3675).
For more information regarding this news release, please contact Austin Bird at 563.421.9276 or birda@genesishealth.com
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