How to keep Medicaid Apple Health insurance as policies change

March 15, 2023.Reading time 7 minutes.

Thousands of people who have Apple Health insurance risk losing coverage in coming months. Public Health and its partners in the community are helping them take action in time.

Better than ever: Don’t miss Open Enrollment to find your best options for health insurance

November 5, 2021.Reading time 5 minutes.

Health insurance is more affordable and offers more security than ever in Washington, thanks to two changes from previous years. Expanded tax credits mean that more people qualify for a subsidy to reduce the cost of insurance. And Washington’s Cascade Care is a new category of plans that make it easier to compare plans and avoid hidden costs. Open enrollment is happening now.

Special enrollment is here for health insurance in Washington

February 15, 2021.Reading time 4 minutes.

Health insurance outdoor enrollment at Highland Park, using mask and screens

With the COVID-19 pandemic still raging – and all of its impacts on jobs – many people suddenly need to get health insurance. Now, there’s a Special Enrollment Period for free or low-cost insurance that is open from Feb. 15 through May 15, 2021.

Health insurance feels more important than ever, and Public Health Navigators can help

October 28, 2020.Reading time 8 minutes.

King County’s health insurance Navigators are once again offering personal help with the enrollment process through Washington Healthplanfinder — with special adaptations to protect against COVID-19. The Access & Outreach team at Public Health—Seattle & King County has designed an innovative new set of options for the Open Enrollment period that starts on Nov. 1, […]

There’s a deadline for health insurance enrollment this weekend

December 10, 2019.Reading time 6 minutes.

Health insurance Navigators for Public Health, outside the Federal Way Enrollment Center

When we’re confused, it can be hard to take action. With just a few days left to make a decision about health insurance, now is the time for people who need coverage to get their questions answered. The 2019 Open Enrollment period for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act ends on Dec. 15. Fortunately, […]

The Public Health Notebook: Snapshots from October 2019

October 31, 2019.Reading time less than 1 minute.

The Public Health Insider has more information on how new WIC cards make a better experience for clients, and also on how to recognize the signs of overdose and where deadly fentanyl has been found. With health insurance enrollment beginning, you’ll find lots of information on our website about enrollment events where you can get […]