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How does someone get health insurance after open enrollment?

How does someone get health insurance after open enrollment?

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In case you've missed the open enrollment period for health insurance, don't worry, there are still options available. You can apply for a Special Enrollment Period due to certain life events such as marriage, birth of a child, or loss of other health coverage. Another option is Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), where you can apply any time of the year if you qualify. Short-term health insurance plans are also an option, though they do not cover pre-existing conditions. Lastly, in some cases, you may qualify for a Catastrophic Plan if you're under 30 or have a hardship exemption.

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