Moving May Have an Impact on Your Health Coverage

Summer is a popular time for people to relocate. Depending on whether you relocate to a different region, your move might impact your current health insurance coverage.

Moving to a new state

  • When you migrate to a different state, you cannot maintain your current insurance coverage.
  • Report your out-of-state relocation to the Marketplace as soon as possible. This way, you can switch plans without losing coverage, and you won’t be charged for a health plan that doesn’t apply in your new state.
  • When you relocate out of the country, you must start a new Marketplace enrollment application and sign up for coverage in your new state.
  • Where to register depends on whether your current state uses Insurance Shopping or has its website. Select your new region to get started on a new health insurance plan.

Moving within the same state

  • Your plan options and savings are unlikely to change as a result of your new address.
  • You should still upgrade your location on your enrollment form in case new savings and plans become available to you.
  • Visit your state’s agency website and see how to change your address online.

Want to enroll in a new health plan for the rest of 2021? You can buy Marketplace coverage through Insurance Shopping. Browse our site and get registered now!

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About the Author: Maya Rodriguez

Maya Rodriguez
I’m a writer and insurance researcher at InsuranceShopping.com, where I create guides and news to help U.S. consumers compare auto, home, health, life, and Medicare plans with confidence. I focus on breaking down complex policy changes,like new Medicare Advantage carriers or regional health insurance options,into clear, actionable advice. My background includes years of analyzing insurance markets and regulatory updates, which allows me to explain how these shifts affect your coverage and wallet. I’m here to give you the facts you need to make informed decisions, whether you’re shopping for your first policy or reviewing your current plan.