Health Insurance Open Enrollment: Know Before You Go
Selecting health care coverage can be a complex and confusing decision. With many options and price points, there are things you need to know before you go on the Health Insurance Marketplace or to your Human Resources office to make your choices for coverage in 2017. Whether you are selecting a plan on the Marketplace or selecting a health plan from an employer, the Louisiana Department of Insurance has tools, tips and resources to help make the process easier.
Important dates for 2017 enrollment:
- November 1, 2016: Open Enrollment starts — first day you can enroll in a 2017 insurance plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Coverage can start as soon as January 1, 2017.
- December 15, 2016: Last day to enroll in or change plans for new coverage to start January 1, 2017.
- January 1, 2017: 2017 coverage starts for those who enroll or change plans by December 15.
- January 31, 2017: Last day to enroll or change a 2017 health plan. After this date, you can only enroll or change plans if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.
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