COVERED CALIFORNIA JANUARY ENROLLMENT EVENTS THROUGHOUT SAN DIEGO COUNTY

SAN DIEGO (January 8, 2015) Individuals can now enroll for health insurance through Covered California. The open enrollment period is scheduled to end Sunday, February 15, 2015. Covered California provides individuals, whether sick or healthy, the opportunity to get the coverage they need. Enrollees may be eligible to receive tax credits, financial assistance, or Medi-Cal. For example, a family of four with a household income between $21,311 - $79,160 may be eligible for financial help to purchase insurance through Covered California. It is important to note that any U.S. citizen or person who is lawfully present in California can acquire health insurance through Covered California, even if they have individuals in their household who are undocumented. Undocumented residents will not be eligible for health plans through Covered California but may qualify for limited Medi-Cal programs.

Throughout the month of January there will be numerous bilingual education and enrollment events throughout San Diego County, they include:

January 14, 2015Clinica International Buena SaludSponsored by Home Start3802 National Ave.1pm-2:30pm

Central Public Library Sponsored by Home Start330 Park Blvd.1pm-3pm

Questions about Covered CA? We’ve got answers Sponsored by Sharp Health Plan330 Park Blvd.6pm-7pm

January 20, 2015Malcom X LibrarySponsored by Home Start5148 Market St.1pm-3pm

January 21, 2015Clinica International Buena SaludSponsored by Home Start3802 National Ave1pm-3pm

Central Public LibrarySponsored by Home Start330 Park Blvd.1pm-3pm

January 22, 2015Covered California Education at Department of Motor VehiclesSponsored by Home Start30 N. Glover Ave.8am-11:45am

Covered California Education at Department of Motor VehiclesSponsored by Home Start 6111 Business Center Dr.8:30am-11:30am

For more information about Covered California please visit CoveredCA.com or get free, confidential, in person assistance from a certified Insurance Agent or Certified Enrollment Counselor, by using the “Find Local Help” link on the website.

Covered California representatives are available toll-free at 1-800-300-1506 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Open enrollment ends February 15, 2015. Failure to enroll in a health insurance plan prior to the deadline will result in penalties. Learn about your healthcare options and schedule an appointment today.