Heading into the final days before the December 15 deadline for January 1 coverage, millions of Americans are coming to HealthCare.gov and signing up for Health Insurance Marketplace plans, demonstrating the strong demand for quality, affordable coverage. As of December 10, over 4 million people had selected plans using HealthCare.gov since Open Enrollment began November 1, including 74,668 in Oregon. This includes both new consumers and consumers renewing their coverage on Healthcare.gov.
Since December 10, sign-up activity across the nation has accelerated. With the December 15th deadline for January 1 coverage approaching, the last two days – Monday, December 12 and Tuesday, December 13 – have been two of the biggest days of any Open Enrollment, with more than 700,000 sign-ups.
“Momentum is building,” said Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell. “As we approach the December 15 deadline for consumers to get coverage that begins January 1, we’re seeing hundreds of thousands of consumers each day signing up for coverage they want and need. I encourage Oregonians who need health insurance for 2017 to join the millions already signed up and visit HealthCare.gov to check out their options by December 15. Most Marketplace consumers can find plans for less than $75 per month in premiums, and it’s easier than ever to shop and compare your options on HealthCare.gov.”
Because this year’s Open Enrollment began mid-week, today’s snapshot covers two fewer days than last year’s week 6 snapshot. There were over 250,000 more plan selections nationally during the first 40 days of Open Enrollment this year than last year.
With only one day left before the December 15 deadline for January coverage, consumers should visit HealthCare.gov or CuidadodeSalud.gov to review their coverage options, learn about what financial assistance is available, or to sign up or re-enroll in a plan that best meets their needs.
Today’s enrollment snapshot also includes the number of people who selected a plan within top local media markets in Oregon. As of December 10,
47,909 consumers in the Portland market selected a plan
Five Facts about Open Enrollment in Oregon:
1. Since Open Enrollment began on Nov. 1, 74,668 Oregon consumers have selected a plan using the HealthCare.gov platform.
2. Coverage could be more affordable than you think. 56 percent of Oregon Marketplace enrollees can find plans with a premium for less than $75 per month . Nationwide, about 8 out of 10 people who enroll in health coverage through HealthCare.gov qualify for financial help to make their monthly premiums more affordable.
3. Shopping for a better deal could save you money. For 2017, HealthCare.gov consumers in Oregon could save an average of $628 annually in premiums for a plan in the same level of coverage by returning to shop. If you had coverage through HealthCare.gov for 2016, you should come back to update your information and compare your options for 2017.
4. It’s easier than ever to find a plan that meets your needs and budget. This year, when consumers come to HealthCare.gov, shoppers will find a stream-lined, user-friendly process. Comparing plans online or on mobile will be an intuitive, step-by-step process to click or swipe through. Simple, easy-to-understand presentation of plan features like cost-sharing and provider networks will help consumers find what works for them.
5. Help is available. Free, confidential help can be found in person or by phone.
Call 1-800-318-2596 for confidential assistance 24/7, in English or Spanish.
Visit HealthCare.gov and CuidadoDeSalud.gov.
Free in-person help is also available in your community, visit https://localhelp.healthcare.gov/ to find a listing of enrollment centers and events in Oregon.
HealthCare.gov Digital Press Kit: Download b-roll, stock photos, and find recent data releases. Bookmark this page now and visit often. The page will be updated with new images and resources as we progress through Open Enrollment.
As we near the December 15 deadline for January coverage, officials from HHS are available for print, radio and television interviews. To request an interview with an official from HHS, email [email protected].
Open enrollment for 2017 ends on January 31, 2017.
To find the bi-weekly enrollment snapshot, visit: https://www.cms.gov/Newsroom/MediaReleaseDatabase/Fact-sheets/2016-Fact-sheets-items/2016-12-14-3.html
