Over two million consumers selected a plan in the Federally Facilitated Marketplace as of Nov. 28, 2015, including 54,346 in Wisconsin. “Americans who need health coverage starting January 1st have just one week remaining before the December 15 enrollment deadline,” Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia Burwell said. “Whether you are enrolling for the first time or an existing customer who is shopping for the best plan for 2016, now is the time to visit HealthCare.gov or CuidadoDeSalud.gov. We’re encouraged by the number of people who are returning to the Marketplace or are seeking coverage for the first time. More than 2 million consumers have selected a plan and over 700,000 are new Marketplace consumers in the 38 states using the HealthCare.gov platform.” As we near the December 15 deadline officials from HHS are available for print, radio and television interviews. To request an interview with an official from HHS, email press@cms.hhs.gov.
Five Facts about Open Enrollment in Wisconsin:
- Since Open Enrollment began on Nov. 1, 54,346 Wisconsin consumers have selected a plan in the Federally Facilitated Marketplace.
- Plans for 2016 are affordable, 69 percent of Wisconsin enrollees can find plans for $75 or less a month in premiums after tax credits. 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.
- For 2016, 79 percent of returning Wisconsin HealthCare.gov consumers could save an average of $828 annually in premiums before tax credits for a plan in the same level of coverage by returning to shop.
- When Wisconsin customers visit HealthCare.gov they’ll find a variety of quality health coverage options available. For 2016, Wisconsin consumers can choose from 16 issuers and an average of 60 plans.
- Free confidential enrollment help is available if people in Wisconsin have questions or want to talk through their options with a trained professional.
- Visit LocalHelp@HealthCare.gov to find a listing enrollment centers and events in your community where free, confidential enrollment help is offered.
- Representatives at the 24-hour Call Center are available every day at 1-800-318-2596. Call Center representatives can answer questions and help people enroll in coverage over the phone.
