Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
NC Family Health Insurance: Metal Tier Comparison Guide
Compare Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum ACA health plans in NC. Learn which metal tier fits your family's budget, medical needs, and income level.
Medicare, Health
Hospital-at-Home and Medicare: What NC Patients Need to Know
Cone Health is ending its NC hospital-at-home program despite a Medicare waiver through 2030. Learn what it means for your coverage and care options.
Medicare, Individual/Family, Health
Medicare in NC: What the CenterWell Deal Means for You
BlackRock is buying into CenterWell clinics. Here's what NC Medicare patients need to know about coverage, enrollment, costs, and plan options for 2026–2027.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
NC ACA Marketplace: 2027 Open Enrollment Guide
2027 ACA open enrollment in NC runs Nov. 1–Dec. 15, 2026. Learn how to compare health plans, check subsidies, and enroll before the deadline.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Medicare
Health Insurance for NC Early Retirees Under 65
Retiring before 65 in NC? Learn how to bridge the gap to Medicare with ACA Marketplace plans, COBRA, and other health coverage options available in North Carolina.
Medicare, Individual/Family
Medicare Advantage Star Ratings in NC: What They Mean for You
Learn how Medicare Advantage star ratings work in NC, what the Alignment Healthcare CMS lawsuit means, and how to choose the right plan during 2026 Open Enrollment.
Health, Individual/Family, Affordable Care Act
Newborn Health Insurance in NC: Enrollment Timing Guide
Learn how to add your newborn to health coverage in NC, including the 60-day SEP window, effective dates, Medicaid options, and step-by-step enrollment tips.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
Health Insurance for NC Gig Workers: Self-Employed Guide
NC gig workers can find affordable health coverage through ACA Marketplace plans, premium tax credits, and HSAs. Learn your options as a self-employed worker.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
Health Insurance Options in NC After Job Loss
Lost your job in NC? Learn how COBRA, ACA Marketplace plans, and Medicaid can keep you covered — and how to act before your 60-day deadline expires.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
NC Health Insurance Out-of-Pocket Maximums Explained
Learn how out-of-pocket maximums work in NC marketplace plans, how they affect your budget, and how to compare them to find the best health coverage for 2026.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
2027 NC Health Insurance Premium Hikes: What to Expect
NC health insurance premiums could rise 10% or more in 2027. Learn what's driving costs, what NC state retirees pay, and how to find lower rates this open enrollment.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
NC ACA Marketplace Plans: How to Pick the Right One
Compare ACA marketplace health plans in NC by metal tier, deductible, premium, and network to find the best health coverage for your family in 2026.
Medicare
Medicare NC: Enrollment Deadlines & Late Penalties Explained
Missing Medicare enrollment windows in NC can mean permanent premium penalties. Learn every deadline, how to apply, and how to protect your coverage.
Dental, Vision, Individual/Family
Dental & Vision Insurance in NC: Your Coverage Guide
Learn how to get dental and vision coverage in NC — standalone plans, ACA marketplace options, Medicaid benefits, and bundling tips for individuals and families.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Medicare
Rural NC Health Care Costs: What You Need to Know
Two in three rural voters worry about affording health care. Learn what coverage options exist in NC, how costs work, and how to lower your health care bills.
Affordable Care Act, Health, Individual/Family
Pre-Existing Conditions & Health Insurance Rights in NC
North Carolina residents with pre-existing conditions have strong ACA protections. Learn your rights, find the right health plan, and compare 2026 coverage options.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
ACA Health Insurance for NC Part-Time & Gig Workers
Part-time and gig workers in NC can access affordable health coverage through ACA Marketplace plans, subsidies, and special enrollment options. Learn how.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
ACA Subsidies in NC: Who Qualifies and How Much You Save
Learn how NC residents can qualify for ACA Marketplace subsidies, including premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions, and how to apply in 2026.
Blue Cross NC, Individual/Family, Affordable Care Act, Medicare, Health
2027 Open Enrollment & Special Enrollment Periods: Key Dates and Information
Open Enrollment for 2027 individual and family health plans runs November 1, 2026 through January 15, 2027. Enroll by December 15 for coverage starting January 1. Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period runs October 15 to December 7, 2026.
Health Plans of NC Staff
Medicare
Medicare Enrollment Deadlines in NC: Avoid Costly Penalties
Miss a Medicare enrollment window in NC and face permanent premium penalties. Learn IEP, GEP, and SEP deadlines to protect your health coverage and wallet.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
How to Read Your NC Health Insurance SBC
Learn how to read your Summary of Benefits and Coverage in NC. Compare health plans, understand costs, and make smarter coverage choices for 2026.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Medicare
WakeMed-Atrium Merger: What NC Patients Should Know Now
Atrium Health raised executive pay 21% in 2025 while pursuing a WakeMed deal. Here's how the merger could raise your health insurance costs in NC.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
NC Health Insurance Networks: Find In-Network Care
Learn how to find in-network doctors and hospitals in NC, understand HMO vs PPO plans, and avoid surprise out-of-network bills on your health coverage.
Medicare
Where to Get Free Medicare Help in North Carolina
North Carolina residents have several free places to get Medicare help, and each does a different job. Here's what Medicare, SHIIP, licensed agents, insurance companies and Social Security can and can't do for you.