No one should be without healthcare.

Looking for low-cost health insurance but worried you missed open enrollment for an Obamacare plan? Don't worry, there are other options to explore! Medicaid applications are accepted throughout the year! You can also see if you qualify for the Special Enrollment Period (SEP). SEP is a useful tool for those who wish to change their current health insurance plan. If there is a qualifying event in your life such as change in your household size, change in your income, or change to your immigration status, you may be eligible to apply for a plan through special enrollment.

Make sure you have everything you need to apply.

Medicaid and Marketplace applications may request different information from state to state, so make sure you have everything you need to enroll in a health insurance plan. Here's a general checklist:

Have you experienced barriers to healthcare? We want to hear from you!

A variety of factors can contribute towards lack of coverage, and we want to change that. If you or a loved one have experienced difficulty obtaining healthcare coverage, please take a few minutes to complete the survey below. Responses shall remain confidential and anonymous, and will strictly be used to determine the barriers to healthcare that immigrants face.

Need help enrolling?

Need help enrolling in health insurance or finding out if you’re eligible? Certified Assistance Counselors and Navigators are available throughout D.C., Maryland and Virginia to help you sign up for insurance. You can also contact African Communities Together (ACT) to answer your questions and receive assistance with your Medicaid application.

Need more information?

Watch the video below for more detailed information about Medicaid and Obamacare.

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