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.
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
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.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
How to Switch Health Plans in NC for 2027
Rates are rising and carriers are changing for 2027. Here's how to compare and switch North Carolina Marketplace plans during Open Enrollment, step by step, before the December 15 deadline.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
NC Family Health Plans: Comparing Metal Tier Costs
Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum? Compare NC ACA marketplace premiums, subsidies, and out-of-pocket costs to find the best health plan for your family.
Medicare, Health
Medicare Open Enrollment in NC: Key 2027 Changes
Medicare Annual Enrollment runs October 15 – December 7, 2026. Here's what's changing for 2027 in North Carolina — provider networks, drug costs, and insurer pullbacks — and how to review your plan before the deadline.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
NC Health Insurance Deadlines for 2027: Dates & Penalties
Every 2027 health insurance deadline for North Carolina in one place — ACA Open Enrollment, the December 15 cutoff for January coverage, Special Enrollment Periods, Medicare windows, and what happens if you miss them.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
NC Health Insurance Costs: Deductibles, Copays & More
Learn how deductibles, copays, and coinsurance work on NC health plans so you can compare marketplace, employer, and Medicaid options accurately in 2027.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
NC Health Insurance by Income: 2027 Subsidy Limits
See the 2027 income limits in dollars for NC Medicaid, ACA premium tax credits, and cost-sharing reductions by household size — plus the Medicaid work requirements and other changes starting in 2027.
Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family, Health
NC Health Insurance Tax Credits Explained for 2027
How premium tax credits are calculated for North Carolina Marketplace plans in 2027 — with the new IRS percentages, a worked example, what changed when the enhanced subsidies expired, and the new full-repayment rule.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Medicare
NC Health Plan Drug Formularies: What You'll Pay
Learn how drug tiers, prior authorization, and coverage rules affect your prescription costs across North Carolina ACA and Medicare health plans.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
NC Health Insurance Premiums: Costs, Policy & What's Changing
NC health insurance premiums affect voters, retirees, and families. Learn what the state pays retirees, how to find low premiums, and what 2026 policy changes mean for you.
Health, Individual/Family, Affordable Care Act
Finding In-Network Pediatricians With Your NC Health Plan
Learn how to locate and verify in-network pediatricians in North Carolina so your child's health coverage works without gaps or surprise bills.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
COBRA Vs. Marketplace Plans for NC's Unemployed Workers
Lost your job in NC? Compare COBRA continuation coverage vs. ACA Marketplace health plans — costs, deadlines, and how to choose the right option for you.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
NC Special Enrollment: When Life Events Unlock Coverage
Marriage, new baby, job loss, or a move can open a Special Enrollment Period in NC. Learn which life events qualify and how to act within your 60-day window.
Health, Affordable Care Act, Individual/Family
Health Insurance for Part-Time Workers in NC
Part-time workers in NC have real health coverage options — ACA Marketplace plans, NC Medicaid, and subsidies. Learn what you qualify for and how to enroll.
Health, Medicare, Affordable Care Act
GLP-1 Drugs and Long-Term Health Coverage in NC
GLP-1 medications may need to be taken indefinitely — here's what NC residents need to know about insurance coverage, Medicare, and ACA plan rules in 2026.