Story by Gateway Medical Center
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Gateway Medical Center invites the community to learn all about the new affordable health insurance options.
Classes:
Wednesday, October 23 at 7:30 a.m., noon and 5:30 p.m.
Friday, November 8 at 7:30 a.m. and noon
Wednesday, December 4 at 7:30 a.m. noon and 5:30 p.m.
In the Liberty Rooms of Gateway Medical Center
Gateway Chief Financial Officer George Sprinkel will give an overview and answer questions about the Health Insurance Marketplace. This initiative is part of the Affordable Care Act, which requires most U.S. citizens to have health insurance beginning January 1, 2014.
A primary goal of the Affordable Care Act is to help uninsured, eligible Americans gain access to affordable healthcare. Financial help to lower costs is also available for people who qualify.
Health Insurance Marketplaces
Americans will be able to find health plans on the Marketplace that cover a comprehensive set of benefits, and they cannot be denied coverage based on a pre-existing condition. Some of the health benefits include preventive care and wellness services, doctor visits, prescription drugs, hospital and emergency department care, lab services, pediatric services – and more.
Medicaid Expansion
While Tennessee has chosen not to expand Medicaid, government subsidies to help citizens obtain coverage from the Health Insurance Marketplace are available, depending on income and other qualifications. There are still many individuals in our community who qualify for Medicaid coverage even though Tennessee is not expanding Medicaid. These individuals can enroll at any time and coverage can begin immediately.
At Gateway Medical Center we’re committed to supporting your health needs and also to educating and informing the people we serve. Join us to learn more. We’ll also tell you how we can assist you in the enrollment process.
To make an appointment for sign-up help for the Health Insurance Marketplace, call 931-502-1976.