Guide your 20-something to their new health plan
- June 14, 2024
If your “baby” is about to turn 26, they’ll need health insurance soon. Here’s a quick guide:
When to enroll
Your Gen Zer can sign up for a new health plan 60 days before to 60 days after their 26th birthday. This is thanks to a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) triggered by aging off your health plan. Otherwise, they’ll have to wait for the Open Enrollment Period from November 1 to January 15.
Health Plan Options
- Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans: These cover essential benefits and are available to people not on Medicare.
- Employer-sponsored plans: If their job offers health insurance, they can sign up during their SEP.
- Student plans: Some colleges and universities offer health plans.
- Additional coverage: Includes dental and vision and options for international travel or study.
For more details or to explore plans, call 800-392-2583 or visit an ArkansasBlue Welcome Center.
