ACA Marketplace Plans

The ACA or Affordable Care Act is also known as Obamacare. While most insurance plans require you to have a job to secure insurance plans, the ACA makes it easier to access affordable healthcare coverage, no matter your employment status.

The ACA was first introduced in 2010. It was followed by Marketplace, a buying or enrollment service for individuals and families run by the federal government. The act basically expanded Medicaid eligibility for individuals and families — leading to the creation of the Health Insurance Marketplace.

How ACA Marketplace Works

In most states, the ACA Marketplace is run by the federal government. The marketplace allows you to compare various private health insurance policies and choose the right one for your needs. Those who don’t have an ACA marketplace in their state are redirected to the ACA-compliant marketplace through the official site. 

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What Marketplace Health Plans Cover

All plans offered in the Marketplace cover the following essential health benefits:

  1. Ambulatory patient services
  2. Emergency services
  3. Hospitalization (surgery and overnight stays)
  4. Pregnancy, maternity, and newborn care
  5. Prescription drugs
  6. Mental health and substance use disorder services (includes counseling)
  7. Laboratory services
  8. Pediatric services (including oral and vision care)
  9. Rehabilitative and habilitative services and devices
  10. Preventative and wellness services, plus chronic disease management

Plans are also required to include:

  • Birth control coverage
  • Breastfeeding coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Medical management programs

In general, the benefits are the same in each state. But some states require companies to cover additional services. 

How To Enroll

For online enrollment:

  • Open healthcare.gov   
  • Create a free account 
  • Search and compare plans to find the best one
  • Check the requirements
  • Check the eligibility criteria 
  • Enroll in an ACA health insurance marketplace 

If you don’t wish to enroll through the website, you can also sign up by:

  • Calling an insurance company affiliated with the federal government
  • Going through an insurance agent, like Manatee Insurance Solutions
  • Completing a paper application 
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Who Can Enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace

The ACA Marketplace is available for individuals, families, and small business owners who don’t otherwise have access to health insurance. Since the goal has been to make health coverage more accessible for all, the eligibility criteria is flexible:

  • You must live in the United States.
  • You aren’t incarcerated
  • You haven’t enrolled in Medicare
  • Low-earning individuals, families, and small businesses qualify
ACA Premiums Categorized By Tiers

The Obamacare plan offers different programs with different premiums, according to the tier it lies in. Prices for every age group are different and increase as you age. 

There are four metal tiers available, which are: 

  • Bronze
  • Silver
  • Gold
  • Platinum

Many other marketplace health plans have the lowest monthly premium, as they cover little or only the most concerning health benefits.  

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Getting what you need from the ACA marketplace can be a long-winded process, but it doesn’t have to be hard. Our agents can help you understand your options and compare Marketplace plans, so you can make the best decision for you and your family. To learn more about ACA health coverage, contact us today.

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MEDICARE DISCLOSURE: This is a public-facing website accessible to all. Our scope of support is limited to the geographic locations (states and in some cases counties) where we serve clients, and the carriers we hold active appointments. We may not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to the plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-Medicare to get information on all of your options.

Plans are insured or covered by Medicare Advantage (HMO, PPO, and PFFS) organization with a Medicare contract and/or a Medicare-approved Part D sponsor. Enrollment in the plan depends on the plan’s contract renewal with Medicare. We do not offer every plan in your area. Please contact medicare.gov or 1-800-Medicare to get information on all your options.