3 ways to get ready to apply for 2021 coverage
Published on October 8, 2020
With Open Enrollment for 2021 less than a month away, make sure you’re prepared. Whether you’re enrolling for the first or fifth time or planning to renew your current plan, taking small steps to get ready now can help the application process run smoothly when you apply for coverage starting November 1.
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3 quick & easy ways to get ready for Open Enrollment
- Learn how the Marketplace works by reading these quick tips. If you come across an unfamiliar term, visit our glossary.
- See if your income is in the range to get help with costs. Enter your household and expected income information, and we'll show you how much you may save. You'll know the exact amount you'll pay after you submit an application.
- When you fill out your application, you'll be asked to predict your income. Marketplace savings are based on your expected household income for 2021, not 2020. See what counts as income so you’ll make an accurate estimate.