Turning 26: A Guide to Buying Your Own Health Insurance
MN Health Staff Writer | February 5, 2026Turning 26 marks a significant milestone in many people's lives, as it often brings with it the transition from being covered under a parent's health insurance plan to needing to secure your own coverage. Navigating the world of health insurance can be daunting, but with a little guidance, you can make informed decisions that suit your healthcare needs and budget. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you through the process.
When Can I Buy Individual and Family Health Insurance?
MN Health Staff Writer | May 11, 2022Whether you are signing up during the Open Enrollment Period or the Special Enrollment Period, it is important to know the deadlines and what is needed in order to get enrolled. A local agent can also help you navigate these enrollment periods to avoid a gap in coverage and get you enrolled.
MNSure Announce Special Enrollment Period for those facing tax penalty
MN Health Staff Writer | March 10, 2015In an effort to insure more people and lessen the tax consequences for some Minnesotans, MNSure has announced a special enrollment for those people that face a penalty for being uninsured in 2014, and would like to get coverage for 2015. The Special Enrollment period dates run from March 1, 2015 through April 30, 2015. Read here for more information on who qualifies and how to apply.
MNSure - Important things to know
MN Health Staff Writer | October 15, 2013Minnesotans are now a just a couple of weeks into the introduction of MNSure open enrollment. Most individual and family health insurance policy owners are just now receiving letters from their insures showing the coverage changes due to the Affordable Care Act accompanied by large premium increases. Below is a step by step approach to navigating the complicated world of health insurance, MNSure, and shopping for new individual/family health insurance plan.