Maryland Health Connection Emergency Enrollment Period Open

The following is from an email sent by Maryland Health Connection:

Good Morning,

In an effort to prioritize health and safety and in response to coronavirus, Maryland Health Connection opened an emergency special enrollment period for uninsured Marylanders. 

You can enroll in a health plan now through Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Coverage will begin April 1, 2020, regardless of when a health plan is selected during that time period.

How do I enroll?

Visit MarylandHealthConnection.gov or download the free “Enroll MHC” mobile app. When enrolling, consumers should request or select “Coronavirus Emergency Special Enrollment Period.”

The online application is available daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Free consumer assistance is available by calling 855-642-8572 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Deaf and hard of hearing use Relay. 

In an effort to help combat the spread of the coronavirus, most in-person help is temporarily unavailable. Please contact locations before visiting or call our call center for assistance.

What about Medicaid enrollment? 

Medicaid enrollment is available all year. If you are due to renew your Medicaid coverage by March 31, Maryland Medical Assistance is extending your renewal until April 30, 2020. 

Is coronavirus testing covered under a Maryland Health Connection plan or Medicaid? 

Yes. Health insurance companies are required to waive cost-sharing, including lab fees, co-payments, coinsurance, and deductibles for any visit to test for coronavirus at a doctor’s office, urgent care center, or emergency room.

Can I qualify for the Coronavirus Emergency Special Enrollment Period even if I’m not sick?

Yes. All eligible, uninsured Marylanders may qualify for this emergency special enrollment period.

What do I need to apply?

Have these items ready when you apply. 

We encourage all residents to closely follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) for all health-related coronavirus questions. 

More information about coronavirus and your coverage can be found on our blog and on Twitter and Facebook.