Resources for Lawfully Present Immigrants
At Access Health CT, our goal is to bridge the gap in health disparities and make healthcare more accessible to more people. This may include some immigrants in the United States. If you are lawfully present in the United States and are a resident of Connecticut, you...
If You’ve Had a Recent Life Change, You May Qualify to Enroll in Health and/or Dental Coverage Outside of Open Enrollment
Access Health CT’s goal is to connect you to the best health and/or dental insurance plan for you. We do that each year starting November 1 during Open Enrollment (OE). But did you know that some people may qualify for enrollment outside of OE? If you recently...
Supporting Healthy Black Communities: Closing the Health Equity Gap
Connecticut’s population is becoming increasingly diverse. In fact, the number of Connecticut residents who identify as a person of color increased to 36.8% in 2020. It was previously 28.8% in 2010, according to the 2010 U.S. Census. Despite the increase in diversity,...
How to Read Form 1095-A
Did you receive a Form 1095-A from Access Health CT (AHCT)? It’s an important form that the primary tax filer in your household will need to file your household’s federal income tax return. If you or anyone in your household were enrolled in a Qualified Health Plan...
Choose a Health Insurance Plan through Access Health CT
Plan Options for You & Your Family Choosing a health insurance plan can be complex. From Bronze, Gold and Silver level options to the different insurance companies and provider networks — there are many things to think about. That’s why it’s so important to make...
A Feel Good Fact: There is Still Time to Enroll through Access Health CT
By now you may have seen our Open Enrollment advertisements throughout Connecticut. Maybe you saw a message from Access Health CT (AHCT) on the side of a bus, on flyers posted at a community health center, or even on TV and radio as you watched or listened to your...
Open Enrollment is Here: What You Need to Know
1. What is Open Enrollment? Open Enrollment is the period when you can shop, compare and enroll or renew in a Qualified Health Plan (QHP) and/or Stand-Alone Dental Plan (SADP) at the same time through Access Health CT. Whether you are renewing coverage or looking at...
In-Person Help from Access Health CT
What’s the difference between Enrollment Fairs and Enrollment Locations? And how do they compare with Navigators? Learn about all the different ways you can get in-person help with your application, verifying documents, and speaking with a Certified Broker about...
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by Getting a Healthy Start for Yourself and Your Community
Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 through October 15. This presents an opportunity for Access Health CT to highlight the fact that underserved communities in Connecticut have mostly people of color and more specifically, people from Latin American backgrounds,...
Learn more about Healthy Chats at Access Health CT
Don’t miss out on Access Health CT’s monthly Zoom Healthy Chats! These meetings are a convenient way to get more information on health and dental coverage options. Access Health CT (AHCT) is committed to creating equitable access to health and dental coverage across...
Preventive Care…what’s it all about?
Scheduling routine annual physical exams with your Primary Care Physician (PCP) is key to keeping up on your healthcare needs and detecting health problems before they become serious. When most people make their to-do list, it is filled with daily tasks, chores and...
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
Help Access Health CT shine the spotlight on National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! Fireworks, barbeques and hearty laughs with family and friends—As Americans, those are the images that come to mind when we think of the month of July. But did you know that...
Make the Most out of Your Investment in Health Insurance
Learn about your access to Essential Health Benefits that come at no additional cost to you Your family’s health begins with you. At Access Health CT, we want to help you live your healthiest life — and having healthcare coverage means you’re off to a great start. Did...
7 Things HUSKY Health Clients Should Know to Stay Covered
The Connecticut Department of Social Services will be evaluating Medicaid clients for eligibility starting March 2023 Before the pandemic, HUSKY Health (Connecticut’s Medicaid Program) clients had to meet eligibility requirements in order to keep their healthcare...
The Access Health CT Broker Academy Program
Become an insurance broker to improve the health and well being of your community while earning income for you and your familyTell me more about the program: Do you want to be more involved in your community while also creating a transformative career path? Then the...
New Special Enrollment Period for Personal Care Attendants and Direct Care Professionals
This is a Special Chance to Enroll in Health Insurance and Financial Assistance for Health-Related Expenses Are you a Personal Care Attendant (PCA) or Direct Support Professional (DSP)? If so, you might be eligible for a Special Enrollment Period, from March 15, 2023...
New State-Funded Health Coverage Now Available for Some Children in Connecticut
State HUSKY A and B now offered through the Department of Social Services for eligible non-citizen childrenThere are now more ways than ever to enroll children in health coverage. Starting January 1, 2023, Connecticut is offering two new state-funded health coverage...
The Inflation Reduction Act Means More Access to Affordable Coverage in CT
Residents can act during the Open Enrollment Period starting November 1. Many current customers continue to see lower monthly bills. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) makes health insurance coverage more affordable by greatly reducing monthly payments (premiums) for...
Enrolling in Dental Insurance Is Easier Than Ever Before
Starting November 1, 2022 you can add a dental plan directly to your health insurance enrollment application If your health insurance plan does not provide full dental coverage for adults, stand-alone dental plans are a great option. You can now shop, compare and...
3 Things Everyone Should Know About the Covered Connecticut Program
Some Connecticut residents that meet specific eligibility requirements are paying $0 for their health insurance coverage, thanks to the new Covered Connecticut Program created by the State of Connecticut. The Covered Connecticut Program provides health...
Choose a Health Insurance Plan with Access Health CT
Affordable Plan Options for You & Your Family Choosing a health insurance plan can be complicated. From different metal level options, to understanding the coverage, and different insurance companies and provider networks.
Options When Losing Your Health Insurance Due to Job Loss
Better, Less Expensive Choices for You and Your Family As the unemployment rate in Connecticut continues to rise, Access Health CT wants to make sure you and your family are and continue to be covered.