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Can I Buy Health Insurance That Is Not Obamacare?
Yes, it’s possible to buy health insurance that is not Obamacare, although there are significant…
Hal Levy
Healthcare Writer
Hal was a former staff writer, where he monitored the insurance industry and helped consumers make smart medical decisions. Prior to joining HealthCare.com, Hal worked to grow other startups and nonprofit groups. He drinks a ton of coffee and eats vegetables almost every day.
Latest Articles by Hal Levy
What Are Association Health Plans?
Until now, only specific groups (“associations”) could create and join association plans – in 2019,…
Updated on: February 18th, 2021
How Long Is the Health Insurance Waiting Period After I Sign Up?
There’s generally a short waiting period between when you enroll in health insurance coverage and…
Updated on: February 18th, 2021
Will My Health Insurance Pay for LASIK Surgery?
Vision problems affect a vast majority of the U.S. population. Nearly 75% of Americans rely…
Updated on: January 21st, 2021
ACA Eligibility Mistakes and Subsidy Repayment
One of the weird quirks about Affordable Care Act health plans (also called ACA or…
Updated on: January 21st, 2021
Hardship Exemptions for Health Insurance
If you’re having a tough time financially or emotionally, there are ways to bend certain…
Updated on: March 8th, 2021
2021 Obamacare Subsidy Chart and Calculator
How do you get help paying for health insurance? It depends on what you earn….
Updated on: July 19th, 2021
States That Have Extended Health Insurance Open Enrollment for 2021 (and States That Still Can)
The health insurance Open Enrollment Period for 2021 will be over in a flash, putting…
Updated on: June 1st, 2021
When Is California’s Extra-Long Open Enrollment Period for Health Insurance?
Under Covered California, the open enrollment window to buy Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance…
Updated on: January 21st, 2021
Got A Health Insurance Cancellation Letter? Here’s What Happens If Your Health Plan Cancels On You
You should be relieved if your health insurance plan sends you a cancellation letter! Your…