How to apply if your income is too high for the premium tax credit

If you're not eligible for lower costs on a health plan because your income is too high, you can still buy health coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace®. To apply, create an account or log in to your existing one.

Ways to apply for health insurance

Learn how to create an account and apply for health insurance coverage, compare plans, renew online. Apply by phone or get in-person help with your application. Official government website.

Preview health insurance plans & prices

From November 1 through December 15, you can apply for and enroll in a Marketplace health plan that starts January 1. Open Enrollment ends January 15. Before you start an application or log in, you can preview plans, with price estimates based on your income.

Get help applying for health insurance

Get help filling out your application 3 ways: by phone, with an in-person assister, or with an agent/broker. Official government website.

Changing plans after you’re enrolled

There are 2 times when you can change your health coverage after you enroll in the Marketplace.

3 things to know before you pick a health insurance plan

Use this guide to help you understand how to compare plans and choose one that’s right for you.

Get or change coverage outside of Open Enrollment

Outside of the annual Open Enrollment Period, you can enroll in Marketplace insurance only if you have certain life events that qualify you a Special Enrollment Period.

Are you eligible to use the Marketplace?

Learn more about the eligibility criteria to enroll in health coverage through the Marketplace.

How to estimate your expected income

Find out if you qualify for lower costs on Marketplace health insurance coverage at HealthCare.gov.

Income levels & savings

To learn if you qualify for savings on health care coverage costs, select your household size and estimated income.

Recent court decisions impacting the Marketplace

Find recent court decisions that may impact Marketplace eligibility and coverage. Official government website.

Special Enrollment Periods for complex issues

You can enroll in a private health plan through the Marketplace outside of Open Enrollment only if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.


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