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FAQs: Health Insurance Marketplace and the ACA

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Who can buy a Catastrophic Plan?

Do my parents have to claim me as a tax dependent for me to be on their health plan to age 26?

Do I have to live in my parents’ home to be covered under their health insurance plan?

I’m covered under my parents’ health insurance plan, but I’m moving to another state. Can I remain covered on my parents’ plan?

Can I be covered under my parent’s health plan if I’m married?

I’m covered on my parents’ plan, and I’m getting married. Does my parents’ plan have to cover my spouse?

I’m covered under my parents’ plan, and I’m pregnant. Will my parents’ plan cover my prenatal care and delivery?

I’m covered on my parents’ health plan, but I’m turning 26 soon and won’t be eligible to stay on their plan. What are my options?

My parents buy health insurance through the Marketplace. They earn too much to qualify for financial assistance, but my income is much lower. Can I be covered under their Marketplace plan? If so, can I qualify for financial assistance?

What is a Catastrophic health plan?

While we have made every effort to provide accurate information in these FAQs, people should contact the health insurance Marketplace or Medicaid agency in their state for guidance on their specific circumstances.