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Renewing Medicaid Coverage Through KanCare Health Insurance | 14 Jun 2023 Stages of the Medicaid renewal process, the steps you need to take, and what to do if you are no longer eligible for Medicaid.
Renovación de la cobertura de Medicaid a través de KanCare Events | 14 Jun 2023 Etapas del proceso de renovación de Medicaid, los pasos que debe seguir y qué hacer si ya no es elegible para Medicaid.
How Health Insurance Providers Determine Coverage: Understanding the Factors that Affect Your Health Insurance Policy Health Insurance | 25 May 2023 Understanding how health insurance providers determine coverage is crucial in making informed decisions about your healthcare. Many factors go into determining what your health insurance policy covers, including the type of plan you have, your age, your medical history, and the type of treatment or medication you need.
The Pros and Cons of Choosing a High Deductible Health Plan Health Insurance | 25 May 2023 High-deductible health plans, or HDHPs, can offer lower monthly premiums and a tax-advantaged health savings account. However, the high deductible can make it difficult for some individuals to afford necessary healthcare services. It's crucial to carefully consider your healthcare needs and financial situation before deciding if an HDHP is the right fit for you.
Facts and Statistics About the Affordable Care Act Health Insurance | 09 Mar 2023 In this article we will cover the impact of the Affordable Care Act, getting financial assistance through the ACA, Affordable Care Act statistics, the Marketplace at Healthcare.gov, and how using a certified health insurance navigator can help you free of cost.
Health Insurance Options for Freelance and Gig Workers Health Insurance | 09 Mar 2023 In this article we'll look at health insurance plan options, how to compare health insurance options, and how to get health insurance if you are a gig worker or freelancer.
Updating Your KanCare Contact Information Using KIERA Useful Information | 26 Jan 2023 A step-by-step guide to updating your Medicaid info for renewals in 2023 using the KIERA virtual assistant.
How To Update Medicaid Info With KIERA How-To Videos | 26 Jan 2023 This video is a step-by-step guide to updating and verifying your Medicaid information with KanCare for 2023 renewals using the KIERA virtual assitant.
Actualización de su información de contacto de KanCare usando KIERA Health Insurance | 25 Jan 2023 Una guía paso a paso para actualizar su información de Medicaid para renovaciones en 2023 utilizando el asistente virtual KIERA.
Cómo actualizar la información de Medicaid con KIERA How-To Videos | 25 Jan 2023 Este video es una guía paso a paso para actualizar y verificar su información de Medicaid con KanCare para las renovaciones de 2023 utilizando el asistente virtual de KIERA.
Is there Help with Paying Health Insurance Premiums? Health Insurance | 17 Jan 2023 There are various financial assistance programs available to help with paying health insurance premiums, such as subsidies, tax credits, and Medicaid.
How to Get Health Insurance if You’re Self Employed Health Insurance | 10 Jan 2023 If you're self-employed, getting health insurance can seem like a daunting task, but with the right resources and information, you can easily find a plan that fits your needs and budget.
What to do if Your Employer is No Longer Providing Health Insurance? Health Insurance | 03 Jan 2023 Do you fear losing your employee-sponsored health insurance? You're not alone in this concern, as many employees face the same issue as employers cease to offer health insurance benefits. But don't worry, there are still affordable options for obtaining coverage.
Will Inflation Impact My Health Insurance Costs? Health Insurance | 28 Dec 2022 In recent months, there has been a great deal of talk about inflation and how it will impact the economy as a whole. However, what many people don’t realize is that inflation can also have a significant impact on individual industries, including the price of health insurance and the cost of healthcare. This change in...
How to Change Health Coverage if Having a Baby? Health Insurance | 01 Dec 2022 All Health Insurance Marketplace® and Medicaid plans cover pregnancy and childbirth. This is true even if your pregnancy begins before your coverage starts. Medicaid and CHIP provide free or low-cost health coverage to thousands of Kansans. Eligibility for these programs depends on your household size, income, and citizenship or immigration status.
What are Essential Health Benefits? Health Insurance | 15 Nov 2022 There are 10 categories of services — called essential health benefits — that all private health insurance plans offered in the Health Insurance Marketplace® must cover.
When Can I Enroll in 2023 Health Insurance Marketplace? Health Insurance | 01 Nov 2022 The Open Enrollment Period to enroll in health insurance coverage through the Marketplace is from November 1, 2022 — January 15, 2023. Cover Kansas, a free service to all Kansans, can help you find and enroll in a plan that's right for you.
Statement by President Joe Biden on “Family Glitch” Final Rule Health Insurance | 18 Oct 2022 Health care should be a right, not a privilege. But for many Americans caught in the so-called “family glitch,” the peace of mind that health insurance brings has remained out of reach.
Biden-Harris Administration Makes Largest Investment Ever in Navigators Ahead of HealthCare.gov Open Enrollment Period 29 Aug 2022 Historic investment of nearly $100 million builds on the Administration’s quadrupling of Navigators last year to help connect people to coverage
What You Need to Know Before Choosing a Health Insurance Plan Health Insurance | 12 Aug 2022 While it can sometimes seem like shopping for health insurance is frustrating and difficult, it’s important to know your options and how to choose a health insurance plan.
Understanding Health Insurance Plan Network Types Health Insurance | 07 Aug 2022 An overview of the different health insurance network types, types of Marketplace plans, and how to choose a health insurance network.
Using the Healthcare Marketplace and Saving Money on Insurance Health Insurance | 01 Aug 2022 Wondering how to get health insurance? Does using the Healthcare Marketplace seem confusing? Are you interested in saving money on health insurance? We can help!
Don’t Lose Your Medicaid and KanCare Coverage Health Insurance | 01 Jul 2022 KanCare and Medicaid insurance coverage must be renewed annually. This article covers how to prepare for Medicaid and KanCare renewal and what to do if you no longer qualify.
Health Care Coverage Guide Health Insurance | 20 Jun 2022 A comprehensive health insurance guide on how to get affordable health insurance in Kansas, help with marketplace insurance, and health insurance navigator resources.
On 12-Year Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, New HHS Report Shows Ways the Biden-Harris Administration’s American Rescue Plan Investments Are Lowering Health Care Costs and Expanding Coverage 29 Mar 2022 March 23, 2022, marks the 12th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a new report highlighting data on the record-setting 2022 Open Enrollment Period and key health care coverage gains made under the Biden-Harris Administration
New Income-Based Special Enrollment Period For Health Insurance Marketplace 01 Mar 2022 Kansans may have a new way to sign up for Marketplace coverage in 2022. New information released on income-based special enrollment.
Cover Kansas partners with Cover Missouri at the Harvesters Webinar 27 Jan 2022 Kate Gramlich, Cover Kansas Project Specialist, and Nancy Kelley, Lead Strategist of Initiatives from Missouri Foundation for Health, held a virtual presentation on coverage options and assistance for neighbors in need.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces 14.5 Million Americans Signed Up for Affordable Health Care During Historic Open Enrollment Period 27 Jan 2022 President Biden’s American Rescue Plan subsidies lowered costs and increased enrollment to record levels resulting in 5.8 million people who have newly gained coverage under the Administration.
HHS Announces 13.8 Million Americans with Health Care Coverage Ahead of Jan 15th Open Enrollment Deadline 10 Jan 2022 Get covered with affordable health insurance through HealthCare.gov – still open for enrollment
No Surprises Act- Information and Resources 05 Jan 2022 The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 established several new requirements for providers, facilities, and providers of air ambulance services to protect consumers from surprise medical bills.
All-Time High: 13.6 Million People Signed Up for Health Coverage on the ACA Insurance Marketplaces With a Month of Open Enrollment Left to Go 22 Dec 2021 Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, 92% of people who selected federal Marketplace coverage will receive premium tax credits
CMS Announces Additional Navigator Resources 21 Dec 2021 Cover Kansas received additional CMS Navigator Resources for 2022 Marketplace Open Enrollment Period.
Deadline Nears for 2022 Marketplace Coverage 13 Dec 2021 Enroll by December 15th to get coverage starting January 1st, 2022.
Easing a patient’s worries 30 Nov 2021 Going above and beyond is what Cover Kansas Navigators provide on a daily basis.
State of the Heart: Cover Kansas Press Releases | 18 Nov 2021 In a State of the Heart vodcast, Community Care CEO Denise Cyzman and Cover Kansas Project Specialist Kate Gramlich discuss the Navigator program.
En Kansas y Missouri muchas personas sin seguro médico califican para seguros subsidiados Press Releases | 18 Nov 2021 La inscripción anual se ha abierto para inscribirse en los planes de seguro a través del Healthcare.gov. ¿Tiene preguntas? Las clínicas de salud locales emplean expertos que pueden ayudar.
Thousands of uninsured Kansans qualify for free health insurance Press Releases | 05 Nov 2021 The annual window has opened to enroll in insurance plans through Healthcare.gov. Got questions? Local health clinics employ navigators who can help.
Cover Kansas How-To Video (Cómo usar el sitio web de Cover Kansas) How-To Videos | 03 Nov 2021 Este video explica cómo usar el sitio web de Cover Kansas, encontrar un navegador y prepararse para su cita.
Cover Kansas How-To Video (English) How-To Videos | 29 Oct 2021 This video explains how to prepare for an appointment with a Navigator, as well as how to obtain coverage on your own at HealthCare.gov.
Cover Kansas offers in-person and virtual enrollment assistance Press Releases | 27 Oct 2021 More than 30 certified Navigators in the Cover Kansas network are ready for Open Enrollment in the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Community Care to Help Enrollees Press Releases | 26 Oct 2021 Earlier today, Community Care was notified it had been awarded a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Navigator grant to assist uninsured and other underserved populations access health insurance through the Federally Facilitated Marketplace.
Losing Job-Based Coverage How-To Videos | 26 Oct 2021 This short presentation will walk you through a scenario that will help address some questions that may come up when you're counseling consumers who lose their job-based coverage.
Life Without Health Insurance How-To Videos | 26 Oct 2021 People like Jaime can find affordable coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Five Steps to Staying Covered How-To Videos | 26 Oct 2021 Now that you have health coverage through the Marketplace, it’s time to review your plan and decide if you need to make changes.
Cost Sharing Reduction How-To Videos | 26 Oct 2021 This video explains very simply what a CSR plan is and why it might be a good choice if you qualify.
Advance Premium Tax Credit How-To Videos | 26 Oct 2021 This video explains the advance premium tax credit and the different ways in which you can apply it to lower the cost of insurance for you and your family.
Comparing Marketplace Plans (extended version, Spanish) How-To Videos | 26 Oct 2021 This video helps applicants understand the tradeoffs between the cost of getting care and monthly premiums.
Comparing Marketplace Plans (extended version, English) How-To Videos | 26 Oct 2021 This video helps applicants understand the tradeoffs between the cost of getting care and monthly premiums.
Comparing Marketplace Plans How-To Videos | 19 Oct 2021 This video helps applicants understand the tradeoffs between the cost of getting care and monthly premiums.

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