PANAMA CITY — Floridians shopping in the federal Health Insurance Marketplace in 2015 will find more affordable options than in years past, according to a new report released Thursday by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
The report, which analyzes competition, choice and affordability in the marketplace, showed that nearly 80 percent of
New customers can save during open enrollment because there are more issuers participating in the marketplace, and returning customers have the opportunity to shop around for lower premiums.
“The Health Insurance Marketplace is open for business, and
Next year, the HHS cites about 25 percent more issuers in the overall marketplace.
To educate the community about health insurance under the Affordable Care Act,
Representatives from
Kelly Isidore, business office director at
While the process can be daunting, Isidore said coverage typically ends up costing less than most consumers expected.
“When they sit down and go through the process they’re very happy,” Isidore said. “Basically we wanted to organize (the seminar) to give back to the community and educate the community.”
Want to go?
- What: Affordable Care Act open enrollment fair
- When: Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Where:
- Details: 532-6501
