Dear JSU Student,
\nThe Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, seeks to make insurance easier to compare and buy and by creating online marketplaces in each state. Individuals can compare plans and purchase the package that works best for them.<\/p>\n
Below are the Health Insurance options that are available to students:<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Your Parents<\/strong><\/p>\n Students can remain under their parents’ health insurance until they turn 26\u00a0(even if married).<\/em><\/p>\n 2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>Student Health Insurance Plan<\/strong><\/p>\n Some Colleges and University are offering a comprehensive\u00a0school-sponsored plan that meets ACA requirements from outside insurance companies. Students interested in enrolling in a comprehensive plan should email the following information to\u00a0deanofstudents@jsums.edu<\/a>\u00a0Name, J#, classification, e-mail address, and telephone number.<\/p>\n 3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>The Exchange (Marketplace)<\/strong><\/p>\n Also known as the marketplace, this a key feature of the ACA. Shop online to find the right health insurance plan for you.\u00a0(See Open Enrollment information below)<\/em><\/p>\n 4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Medicaid and CHIP<\/strong><\/p>\n If you can\u2019t afford insurance, and your income is within the state-mandated range, you may be entitled to Medicaid or the Children\u2019s Health Insurance Plan.<\/p>\n 5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Other Private Insurance Plans<\/strong><\/p>\n There are a variety of options available to students in the private market. Catastrophic coverage is a popular option for adults under 30 years of age.\u00a0 The plan is less expensive and generally provides coverage for major events such as hospitalizations or surgery.<\/p>\n There are pros and cons to each of these options, and it\u2019s important to carefully assess your options before you make a decision. Prices and benefits vary widely.<\/span><\/p>\n If you decide not to get health insurance, you or your parents may be assessed a penalty.\u00a0 The Affordable Care Act mandates that most people have insurance. However, individuals who earn less than approximately $10,000 annually are exempt.\u00a0 Most college students fall\u00a0into this category.\u00a0 However, if you are claimed as a dependent, the penalty is based on your parent\u2019s income.<\/p>\n *OPEN ENROLLMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n Please visit the website below for the Open Enrollment deadlines.<\/p>\n If you haven\u2019t enrolled in coverage, you generally can\u2019t buy Marketplace health coverage until the next Open Enrollment period for coverage the following year.<\/p>\n Learn more about the ACA at:<\/p>\n