Taking Action before Pennie’s Upcoming Deadline

December 13, 2024

Pennsylvanians need to act quickly to explore their options and sign up for coverage on Pennie, the state’s health care marketplace. The deadline is December 15 to sign up for coverage that is effective on January 1, 2025.

“The Shapiro-Davis Administration wants every Pennsylvanian to have the freedom to chart their own course – and the ability to get quality, affordable health coverage is part of that freedom,” said Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. Austin Davis during a visit to Adagio Health in Greensburg recently.

Pennie’s open enrollment period is the only opportunity for Pennsylvanians to find affordable, high-quality health plans for coverage that begins in 2025. With plan’s changing year to year, existing customers are strongly encouraged to review their current plans and compare new options to make sure they are in the best plan for their needs.

Here's what you need to know:

• Tax Credits Are Available: About nine out of 10 Pennie customers qualify for financial savings in the form of tax credits to help reduce monthly payments and out-of-pocket costs. All health plans offered through Pennie cover essential services like hospital care, mental health support, prescriptions, maternity care and more.
• Evaluate Your Plan. Plans and prices change every year, so uninsured consumers should review their options.
  • Anyone currently enrolled in Pennie should make sure their family size, income and contact information are up to date. For current enrollees who may be looking at a larger monthly premium in 2025, Pennie encourages them to shop their plan options in their region for quality plans at lower costs.
• Enrollment Options:  While December 15 is the deadline for coverage effective January 1, 2025, Pennie’s open enrollment period continues through January 15, 2025. Plans purchased after December 15 will be effective on February 1, 2025.
• Quotable. "This open enrollment period is the best time to explore available options and shop around to find a plan — even if you already have insurance. Quality, comprehensive health care coverage has never been more affordable or more within reach for Pennsylvanians," said Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys. 

Pennie also coordinates with Pennsylvania's Medicaid program and picks up where Medicaid leaves off. Pennsylvanians who no longer qualify for Medicaid because of increases in income can see large savings on private health plans through Pennie. Anyone who is no longer eligible for Medicaid and still needs coverage should consider their options during open enrollment.

Pennsylvanians looking for health coverage through Pennie can visit online or call Pennie’s customer service at (844) 844-8040. Pennie’s Customer Service Center is open during open enrollment from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, and on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.