Politics & Government
Virginia’s Health Insurance Marketplace Opens; Get Info Here
The next phase of what has become known as Obamacare kicks in with opening of insurance exchanges.

Unless you live under a rock, you’ve probably heard something about the Affordable Healthcare Act, also known as Obamacare. Health Insurance Marketplaces open today, including in Virginia.
By visiting the marketplace website, residents can learn about the range of health insurance plans available to them. The website also offers information about essential benefits, pre-existing conditions, and preventive services.
The website lists four things to do before applying:
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- Find out how the Marketplace works.
- Learn how to choose the health insurance plan that’s right for you.
- Get personal help applying for health coverage.
- Ask us a question about the Marketplace by phone or live web chat.
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