Most of us know how shopping for the right health insurance plan for you as an individual or for your business can be difficult, but there are changes coming to Colorado that will make the process easier. The Colorado Health Benefit Exchange, scheduled to open October 1, 2013 will bring a competitive online marketplace where individuals and small employers can compare and purchase health insurance.
Martin Insurance Group is participating in the process of creating these exchanges to make the process of getting health insurance easier than ever.

There are a few rules regarding who can qualify to purchase insurance through the Exchange:

• Individuals with incomes from 133% up to 400% of the federal poverty level who do not have affordable minimum coverage through their employers will qualify for subsidized coverage through the exchange.
• Small businesses with up to 50 employees can also purchase insurance on the exchange.
• The Colorado Health Benefit Exchange is available only to Colorado residents.

We are excited to offer these new options to our customers. Our goals are:

• To help the uninsured secure coverage.
• To help those who need financial assistance affording coverage get the health care they need.
• To be a partner with the exchange offering the exact same options, products and prices as the exchange offer with sound advice to help customers select the best option for their situation.
• To offer private market insurance in addition to exchange products making us a true one-stop-shop for purchasing health care.
• To help guide our customers towards making good enrollment choices by properly explaining exchange plans, tax credits, and public and private program options.

We are committed to educating the entire community on how the Colorado Health Benefit Exchange will operate so that Coloradans can obtain the health care they need. Be sure to go online to http://www.getcoveredco.org to learn more or contact us today.