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How to Choose a Plan on the Health Insurance Marketplace
Knowing some basic health insurance terms can help you pick a plan that best meets your healthcare needs and budget.
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Published on October 16, 2023The Affordable Care Act (“Obamacare”) created the Health Insurance Marketplace. This has helped many people access affordable health insurance plans for their family.
In this video, learn how to understand basic health insurance terms and how to choose a plan that best fits your healthcare needs, according to Cindy George, Senior Personal Finance Editor at GoodRx.
Additional Medical Contributors
- Cindy George, MPHCindy George is a veteran health journalist. She became a Pulitzer Prize finalist as a Houston Chronicle reporter and is completing a master's degree in public health.
References
HealthCare.gov. (n.d.). Health benefits & coverage.
HealthCare.gov. (n.d.). How to pick a health insurance plan.
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USA.gov. (n.d.). How to get insurance through the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace.
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