Understanding the Marketplace and 2026 Open Enrollment

In Chicago and Illinois, changes are coming to the Health Insurance Marketplace. Did you know nearly 1 in 10 Chicagoans are uninsured? With open enrollment having started on November 1 and many new questions about affordability arising, it is the perfect time to take action.In this episode, Director Morgan Winters from Get Covered Illinois joins host Joy Macatangay, Public Health Administrator at CDPH, to break down everything you need to know about Open Enrollment. They discuss who’s eligible, how Get Covered Illinois can help you navigate the Marketplace, and what happens if you miss this important window. Plus, learn about the important resources Get Covered Illinois offers to help Chicagoans get covered. Don’t miss out—tune in to find out how to navigate the Marketplace! Visit https://getcovered.illinois.gov/ to learn more.