Covered California Open Enrollment Begins November 1, 2015

Are you prepared for a family medical emergency? An accident can lead to an emergency room visit and cost tens of thousands of dollars in medical expenses.

Thankfully, there are many options for healthcare coverage that will help you avoid costly medical expenses.

Covered California’s open enrollment period begins November 1, 2015 and continues through January 31, 2016. Covered California is California’s health insurance marketplace where consumers can learn about their health coverage options and enroll in an affordable health plan that meets your individual or family needs.

Open enrollment is a period of time each year when you can sign up for health insurance. If you do not sign up during this time, you will not be allowed to sign up for health insurance until the next open enrollment period, unless you experience a life-changing event (marriage, divorce, job loss or a new baby).

It’s the law! Thinking about no signing up for health insurance? If so, you will pay a very hefty fine. A family of four may be hit with a $2,085 tax penalty for opting to go without insurance.

For many, the registration process can be confusing and frustrating. For this reason, ChapCare will provide FREE open enrollment assistance in the City of Monrovia, starting November 10, 2015. ChapCare’s certified enrollment counselors will be on hand to help with questions, document preparation and navigating the open enrollment and renewal process. Assistance is available in both English and Spanish.

For more information on enrollment assistance, please call ChapCare at 626-486-9729 to schedule an appointment. ChapCare is located just a few blocks from old town Monrovia at 513. E Lime Avenue, Monrovia CA. You can also visit us at www.chapcare.org or go to coveredca.com for more information.