Life happens, and sometimes important deadlines can slip by. If you found yourself missing the recent health insurance open enrollment period, the Archuleta County Public Health Department (ACPHD) wants you to know that securing quality health coverage may still be within your reach.
While open enrollment is the primary gateway to a healthier future, sometimes significant life changes occur. That’s where Qualifying Life Events (QLEs) step in, offering you a special opportunity to enroll in a health insurance plan through a Special Enrollment Period (SEP). This is your chance to access the peace of mind and security that comes with comprehensive health coverage.
If you experienced any of these key life changes in the past 60 days, you may qualify: A change in your employment status leading to the loss of your previous health insurance, a shift in your family dynamic through marriage, divorce, or the birth or adoption of a child, a recent move to Colorado, a change in your eligibility for other coverage like Medicaid or CHP+, or other specific life circumstances that have impacted your health insurance needs.
If you answered “yes” to any of these, you could be eligible for a Special Enrollment Period! This isn’t a second chance; it’s a dedicated window designed to ensure you don’t go without essential health coverage during pivotal moments in your life. Acting now can provide you with the security and access to the care you deserve.
Call ACPHD Health Navigator, Madeline Sutton today, 970-264-2409, or email, msutton@archuletacounty.org. Sutton can help guide you through the simple steps to find a plan that meets your individual needs and budget.
Colorado Connect for Health is the state’s official health insurance marketplace, dedicated to connecting Coloradans with affordable and comprehensive health coverage options. They empower individuals and families to find the right plan to protect their health and well-being.