I ran into that problem a few years ago, had to buy COBRA which was way more expensive than my employer-provided insurance, but I was able to get less comprehensive coverage for a manageable premium that I could use until I was eligible for Medicare. I don't know if that will work for you but it's something to look into.

expanding Medicaid can fill the gap...…….

Oh wait, the republicans insured that certain states would not allow Medicaid expansion

This election is so important on so many fronts

Cobra is a sick joke, offered to you when your income drops to 0.

I remember it fondly, obviously.

I had to settle for basically minimal coverage to tide me over. I hope there are other options under the ACA.

At least here in Nevada.

COBRA is really for folks who need health coverage due to something really awful and costly, usually big pharma drug costs, horrific illnesses, or special needs family member scenarios?

If you search, you can find the depressing stories, I suggest pass, we got enough horrors of own atm?



Good luck!

The cost is the same. It’s just that you have to pay for all of it.

Also, you can purchase a plan through ACA.

I have had to use it. It might not be feasible in this case.

It’s the same plan. It costs the same. It’s just that your employer is no longer covering any of the cost.

which is what I did. But the ACA probably has better deals.

due to non-payment until further notice.

Not sure how that will impact employees who lose health insurance, but you do have Cobra as poster above mentions. Also, I suspect there will be chance to enroll in ACA. And, some patients might be able to get retroactive Medicaid if they have large healthcare expenses.

exchanges. You sign up before April 15, you will have coverage on April 1.
I believe other states that operate their exchanges have also done so.
I have heard chatter that the feds are considering it. As they simultaneously work to overturn the ACA and leave tems of millions without coverage in the time of plague.

Like anything else.

leaving your job creates an open enrollment period so you can get health insurance for free through the ACA marketplace.