Have You Lost Your Healthcare Coverage?

4/23/2020 (Permalink)

More than 4.4 million Americans filed for unemployment last week alone. Sadly, the number of Commonwealth residents who are finding themselves on the sidelines out of the work force continues to grow at a record pace, including over 80,000 new claims in Massachusetts. According to U.S. Department of Labor statistics released Thursday over 80,000 new claims were filed in Massachusetts. While the claims in the Bay State are down from the prior week when a little over 100,000 people filing new claims, the despairing reality is that, in total, over the past five weeks more than 650,000 people in Massachusetts have filed for jobless benefits. This means that during the worst pandemic in over 100 years hundreds of thousands of Bay Staters most likely lack the health coverage necessary to shield them from financial ruin should they or a family member contract COVID-19.

Health Insurance Coverage for Unemployed

If you need insurance, you may qualify for coverage through the Health Connector if you’ve lost coverage from a job. An extended enrollment period is available through May 25, 2020 in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Apply today and get covered –

• Enroll by April 23rd - Coverage begins May 1st
• Enroll by May 23rd - Coverage begins June 1st
• Enroll by May 25th - Coverage begins July 1st

The Health Connector is a state agency and health insurance marketplace that makes coverage available to people who recently lost their insurance from their employer. Most people who apply through the Health Connector can get a plan for a low monthly cost, and some people even qualify for a $0 monthly payment.

All Health Connector plans cover services like doctor visits, emergency care, physical therapy, and prescription drugs.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, an extended enrollment period is available through May 25, 2020 for qualified Massachusetts residents who are uninsured.

When you fill out an application online, you’ll find out right away if you qualify for a health plan from the Health Connector or coverage through MassHealth. Visit the MassHealth FAQ to learn more.

All of us here at SERVPRO of Newton / Wellesley want you and your loved ones to stay safe and know that we will make it through this together! Rest assured, we will continue to do our best to keep you up-to-date and informed!