Obamacare
Obamacare is the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, signed into law on March 23, 2010. It is a healthcare reform that expands and improves access to healthcare and reduces costs through regulations and taxes. One of the most important benefits of this law is coverage for pre-existing conditions.
The Insurance Godmothers help you find health insurance for you and your family that meets your needs at the lowest possible cost.
Main benefits
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Preventive care and control of chronic diseases
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Lab tests.
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Prescription medications.
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Emergency room services.
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Hospital Care.
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Surgical procedures. (Surgeries)
Who applies?
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People who started their immigration process and received form I-797.
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People with a work permit (EAD).
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American citizens and permanent residents (Green card holders).
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People who estimate to generate a minimum annual income of $12,880.
WHEN CAN I SIGN UP FOR OBAMACARE?
You can enroll in Obamacare ALL YEAR, however, the requirements vary depending on the enrollment period. During the Open Enrollment Period that begins November 1 and ends January 15, you can enroll and make any changes to your policy without any restrictions.
On the other hand, the entire rest of the year is considered the Special Enrollment Period where you can enroll or make changes to your policy in the following situations:
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You applied for your permanent residence and received form I-797 (Notice of Action).
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You received your work permit or Green Card.
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You changed residence.
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You had changes in the size of your home. (marriage, divorce, had a child, adopted a child or have more financial dependents)
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If due to some situation you lost the medical coverage you had.