Rep.McNerney Hosts Free Covered California Workshop in Stockton

Press Release

Rep. Jerry McNerney will host a free workshop on Saturday, February 7th from 10am to 2pm where attendees can learn more about Covered California health insurance plans and sign up for coverage on the spot. The workshop will take place at the El Concilio Community Center and Preschool, located at 224 S. Sutter Street in Stockton.

The "Get Covered, San Joaquin!" workshop is co-hosted by Assemblymember Susan Talamantes Eggman, in coordination with El Concilio, and Covered California.

Covered California representatives will meet with attendees one-on-one to help them decide which health plan is best for them, determine what financial aid they might be eligible for, and sign them up for coverage if desired. Open enrollment runs through February 15. After that date, participants cannot enroll in coverage unless they have a qualifying life event, like getting married or having a child.

"I'm hosting this workshop to make sure folks in San Joaquin County know about the affordable options for health insurance in our state, and to make sure they get the financial assistance they need to pay for a plan," said Rep. McNerney. "I'm proud that the Affordable Care Act and Covered California have reduced the number of uninsured Californians to its lowest level in a generation, while also helping to bring down health care costs."

As a part of the national health care law (also called the Affordable Care Act), Covered California allows individuals and their families to compare health plans and choose the one that works best for their health needs and budget.

Based on income and family size, many county residents will also qualify for financial assistance to help pay for premiums and other out-of-pocket costs, such as medications, routine tests and copays for doctor visits. By law, no one can be denied coverage for having a pre-existing condition.

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