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Is there an enrollment window to check?

A date inside a window is a reason to check your options. It does not, by itself, establish eligibility. Use this as a starting point for a Marketplace application.

By Sam Jaber · Reviewed October 30, 2026

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The federal references used here

HealthCare.gov planning references reviewed October 30, 2026
SituationReference to verify
2027 open enrollmentNovember 1, 2026 through January 15, 2027. December 15 for January 1 coverage; later selections generally start February 1. Pay the first premium.
Loss of qualifying coverageUsually 60 days before or after loss.
Loss of Medicaid / CHIPUp to 90 days after loss. Ask about applying before an upcoming loss.
Marriage, birth, adoption, qualifying moveUsually 60 days after the event, with additional eligibility conditions.
Medicaid / CHIP applicationsYear-round if eligible.

State exchanges may use different open-enrollment calendars. Find your official state Marketplace. Other exceptional circumstances and eligibility rules are not fully modeled here.

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A missed window is not a complete options review

Ask the Marketplace about other qualifying events or exceptional circumstances. Medicaid and CHIP are available year-round to people who qualify. Private coverage may accept applications outside Marketplace windows, but availability, underwriting, exclusions and benefits must be checked separately.

Understand private coverage and ACA differences.

Sources and review

Reviewed October 30, 2026. Rules and plan details can change. The insurer, plan administrator or Marketplace confirms your actual eligibility, benefits and dates.

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