Learn about health care options with ‘Get Covered Illinois’ sessions

Posted March 04, 2012 8:54 pm

Submitted by McHenry County Department of Health

McHenry County Department of Health will host informational sessions for residents to learn more about health insurance options through “Get Covered Illinois.” Trained counselors will be on hand:

Ÿ 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, at McHenry Public Library, 809 Front St., (815) 385-0036.

Ÿ 9 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Nov. 14, at Huntley Park District’s Senior Fair at the Rec Center, 12015 Mill St. (847)-669-3180.

Ÿ 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, at Crystal Lake Public Library, 126 Paddock St. Registration is required; call (815) 459-1687.

Under the Affordable Care Act, thousands of Illinoisans who were previously unable to get insurance can now get covered. All plans in the marketplace cover recommended preventive services free of charge, include a cap on out-of-pocket costs, have no lifetime or yearly dollar limit on coverage and will not reject anyone on the basis of pre-existing conditions.

Get Covered Illinois — the official health insurance marketplace — offers a new way for Illinois residents to find the health coverage they need.

Individuals, families and business owners can also access information online at www.GetCoveredIllinois.gov or call MCDH at (815) 334-4510.