Hoyer Releases Video to Constituents on Open Enrollment for the Maryland Health Connection
Statement
Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-5) released a video message to constituents on the Maryland Health Connection online enrollment, which opened yesterday, a day earlier than anticipated, and continues through February 15, 2015. Marylanders who want to be covered on January 1 must sign up for health insurance coverage by December 18. Below is a link to the video and transcript:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KTPnoAqimY&feature=youtu.be%20
"Hi. I'm Congressman Steny Hoyer with an important message about health insurance coverage for Marylanders next year.
"Starting November 19, in the Fifth District and across Maryland, individuals, families, and small business owners can log on to www.marylandhealthconnection.gov to browse health insurance plans and enroll for coverage for 2015.
"Even if you already have insurance through the Maryland Health Connection, everyone should visit the site to make sure you get the best deal for yourself and your family -- and to make certain you receive all the assistance for which you are eligible to bring your premium costs down.
"And if you have insurance from some other source, it's still worth it to visit the site and browse the plans that are available to see if there is a higher quality, more affordable plan that's right for you, your family, or your employees -- and to see if you're eligible for a tax credit that will lower your cost.
"You can also use the site to determine whether you or your family members are eligible for Medicaid or the Maryland Children's Health Program.
"Open enrollment season lasts until February 15, but if you want to be covered in January you'll need to sign up by December 18.
"As a result of the Affordable Care Act, you and your family are now protected against certain forms of discrimination by insurance companies.
"You can no longer be denied coverage because of a pre-existing condition.
"If you are a woman, you can't be charged a higher premium than a man for the same level of coverage.
"And if you are insured and become sick, your insurer can't just drop your coverage and can't impose annual or lifetime limits that leave you to pay out of pocket for the treatment you may need.
"So I encourage you to take a few minutes and visit www.marylandhealthconnection.gov today and explore your options.
"You don't have to enter any personal information just to browse plans -- you'll do that only when you find a plan that's right for you and decide to enroll.
"Again, to be covered on January 1, you'll have to enroll by December 18.
"For those without access to the internet or who prefer not to enroll online, you can get information and sign up by phone at (855) 642-8572.
"There are also certified navigators who can help you find the best plan and go through the enrollment process.
"And my office is always available to help as well.You can visit www.hoyer.house.gov anytime to connect with my staff about this or other questions.
"Thanks for watching, and you can get started right now by clicking the link below, which will take you directly to the Maryland Health Connection website."
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