Health insurance exchanges are online marketplaces for individuals and small businesses to compare plans that are similar in benefits for cost and quality and determine whether they are eligible for tax breaks. Consumers will be able to go online for assistance and to get enrolled.
Colorado received a Level I establishment grant in the amount of $17.9 million for the Colorado Health Benefit Exchange. The Exchange will open for enrollment on October 1st of 2013 and coverage will begin January 1st of 2014. Check out the Colorado Health Benefit Exchange website to follow developments or contact Alicia for more information.