Press Release

*DIFS Urge Consumers Who Need Health Insurance for 2025 to Enroll in a Plan Before January 15 Deadline*

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*Consumer Hotline:* 877-999-6442, Michigan.gov/DIFScomplaints [ [link removed] ]

*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:* January 13, 2025 

(LANSING, MICH) Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) Director Anita Fox is urging Michiganders who need health insurance to purchase a health plan on the Health Insurance Marketplace [ [link removed] ] before the deadline of Wednesday, January 15.

"Access to affordable, comprehensive, and quality health insurance leads to better health outcomes," said* Director Fox.* "Time is running out for consumers to take advantage of free, local assistance, streamlined plan options, and available savings that can help lower the cost of health insurance. The biggest mistake you could make is to wait and miss the deadline, as you may not have another chance to enroll in or change your health plan until next year." 

DIFS has created a video to help consumers learn about health insurance and get answers to their open enrollment questions on the Health Insurance Marketplace, and it can be viewed at Michigan.gov/HealthInsurance [ [link removed] ].

The open enrollment deadline is January 15, with coverage beginning on February 1. Consumers can select from available plans by visiting the Health Insurance Marketplace [ [link removed] ] or by calling 800-318-2596 (TTY: 1-855-889-4325). Free local enrollment help is available by visiting LocalHelp.HealthCare.gov [ [link removed] ]. For more information about health insurance, visit Michigan.gov/HealthInsurance [ [link removed] ] or call DIFS at 877-999-6442, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The mission of the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services is to ensure access to safe and secure insurance and financial services fundamental for the opportunity, security, and success of Michigan residents, while fostering economic growth and sustainability in both industries. In addition, the Department provides consumer protection, outreach, and financial literacy and education services to Michigan residents. For more information, visit Michigan.gov/DIFS [ [link removed] ] or follow the Department on Facebook [ [link removed] ], X [ [link removed] ], or LinkedIn [ [link removed] ].

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