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Using Missouri’s Health

Insurance Marketplace

How to Apply for the Marketplace

 

There are four different ways to apply for the Marketplace:

 

1. 1.  Online

–      www.healthcare.gov

–      Website has experienced problems, but is consistently improving

1. 2.  Over the phone

–      For individuals: 1 (800) 318 – 2596, available 24/7

–      For SHOP: 1 (800) 706 – 7893, Mon. – Fri., 9am – 7pm EST

–      Call center that help complete an application

1. 3.  With a Navigator

–      In-person help to answer questions and walk you through an application

–      Federally certified Navigators cannot charge for services

1. 4.  By paper

–      Paper applications can be found at www.healthcare.gov

–      Take more time to process

 

To complete an application an individual or family will need:

 

–      Address

–      Name and Social Security Number for anyone applying

–      Income information for anyone applying

–      Policy numbers for any current health insurance plans covering household members

–      Information about any employer-offered coverage, even if you have opted out

 

Navigators in Boone County

 

Primaris / Knowledge Management Associates

–      (573) 817 – 8338

Central Missouri Area Agency on Aging

–      (573) 443 – 5823 or (800) 369 – 5211

Central Missouri Community Action

–      (855) 612 – 2259

Family Health Center

–      (573) 886 – 6790