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Actions Health Insurance options if you’re self-employed The help you need to find the insurance plan you want
Getting low-cost health coverage if you’re self-employed doesn’t have to be difficult. Let’s find the plan for you.
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Actions Self-employed workers. Freelancers. Independent contractors. We’ll help you find the health insurance coverage that fits your needs and budget.
Self-employed workers. Freelancers. Independent contractors. We’ll help you find the health insurance coverage that fits your needs and budget.
We’re one of America’s leading health insurance services—and we help thousands of independent workers and their families find quality, affordable plans that fit their unique work/life balance. Just starting out on your own? Looking for a better plan? We’re here to help.
- Look to us to help you find, select, and quickly enroll in a health plan that gives you the peace of mind to focus on your work, family, and goals
- Call our licensed agents any time—on your schedule—to ask questions and get guidance on the right plan for your needs and budget
- Let us do the work to compare appropriate policies, benefits, and costs from respected health insurance carriers close to where you live
- Keep it simple—your time is valuable, so we guide you through a user-friendly experience to help you get the coverage you need, all in just a few steps
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Actions Being self-employed gives you more health plan options than you may think.
Self-employed Americans are increasing by the day. And so are your options, including a variety of “marketplace” health plans, benefits and costs. So where do you start? Right here.
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ACA-compliant plans are comprehensive, with costs often based on your income
Incomes vary among self-employed workers, even from year to year. And that could make affordable, ACA-compliant coverage (as required by the Affordable Care Act of 2010) a good option. Do you have diverse medical needs? Will you be self-employed for the foreseeable future? Consider your income and where you live, and we’ll help you find the plan you need.
Now’s the time: 2021 open enrollment for ACA plans is on right now.*
Short-term health plans are flexible and affordable, but provide fewer benefits
Short-term health insurance is temporary, month-to-month coverage—and especially popular with people who need a bridge between longer-term health plans. You get limited coverage for basic medical needs, often at provider discounts, instead of remaining uninsured. Looking for a short-term fit? We’ll sort through providers to find you the right coverage at the right price.
Added benefit: You can enroll in a short-term plan at any time.
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Actions Questions? We can discuss any coverage you may need. Call 877-514-2404.
Questions? We can discuss any coverage you may need. Call 877-514-2404.
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Employer-based COBRA plans
COBRA allows you to pay your out-of-pocket premiums to temporarily continue the insurance coverage you had through your employer.
Government Medicaid plans
Medicaid plans are need-based health insurance programs available to individuals in certain income brackets.
Parent-sponsored coverage
If you are under 26 years old, you may be able to re-enroll or remain covered by your parents’ health insurance plan.
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FAQs: Health insurance if you’re self-employed
Here’s a few quick answers about getting health insurance on your own.
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Costs vary based on the number of people covered and your income.
Like any individual health insurance plan, premiums and out-of-pocket costs for self-employed workers vary widely—but largely depend on how many people your policy covers, where you live (you may be eligible for cost-saving subsidies), and how much you earn.
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Apart from employer-based health insurance, you have a number of options.
Individual plans through the ACA marketplace are a good place to start if you have a relatively stable income and plan on staying self-employed. But you may also be eligible for Medicaid, or ready for Medicare if you are near or over 65. Or you may decide to enroll in private, short- term health insurance as a temporary solution.
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As of January 1, 2019, federal law no longer requires individuals to have health insurance.
Some states have their own health insurance coverage mandates, so be sure to check the laws in your area. For people who are self-employed, health insurance can be vital to protect your health and your finances. If there’s an emergency medical event or unexpected major illness, paying for medical expenses out-of-pocket could leave you with long-term medical debt.
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Yes—self-employed individuals can find plans available to cover spouses and families.
Check specific plans for details.
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You must be self-employed or starting a business on your own with very little income.
If that’s the case, you may qualify for low-cost insurance or free coverage through Medicaid. But as your income increases, you should adjust your coverage to make sure you're getting the savings you are eligible for.
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Actions Finding the health coverage you need now is easier than you think
Finding the health coverage you need now is easier than you think
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Actions Need-to-know articles on self-employment to help you stay informed
Need-to-know articles on self-employment to help you stay informed
There’s more to learn about your health insurance options—starting right here.
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Actions Look to these online resources for more information on related topics
Look to these online resources for more information on related topics
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* If you’ve recently lost health coverage, you may be eligible for a "special enrollment period" outside of the open enrollment period.
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