Starting Oct. 1, Floridians Will Have Access to Affordable Health Insurance Premiums

Washington, DC, September 25, 2013
WASHINGTON – New health insurance rates in Florida will be lower than expected in the Health Insurance Marketplace that will open Oct. 1, according to a new report published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Competition and Choice Driving Down Rates For Florida Families
New health insurance rates in Florida will be lower than expected in the Health Insurance Marketplace that will open Oct. 1, according to a new report published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
With an average of 102 health plan choices in Florida, combined with new tax credits available for qualified individuals and families, the Affordable Care Act is delivering on the promise to make health care affordable and accessible for millions of Americans who were previously uninsured.
“This is welcome news for the 3.8 million Floridians who do not have health insurance,” said U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23). “Because of Obamacare, millions of Americans can now get affordable health care coverage, and have access to preventative services like mammograms and colonoscopies with no out-of-pocket costs, along with free annual wellness visits and flu shots. This comprehensive health care reform law has already saved seniors money on their prescription drugs and young adults have been able to stay on their parents’ health care plans.”
In Ft. Lauderdale, a 27-year old who makes $25,000 per year will pay $74 per month for the lowest-cost bronze plan and $145 per month for the second lowest-cost silver plan, taking into account tax credits. For a family of four with an income of $50,000 per year, the lowest bronze plan would cost only $24 per month. For consumers in Miami, a 27-year old who makes $25,000 per year will pay $87 per month for the lowest cost bronze plan and $145 per month for the second lowest cost silver plan, taking into account tax credits. For a family of four with an income of $50,000 per year, the lowest bronze plan would cost only $72 per month.
“Already the Affordable Care Act has made it possible for Americans to be proactive about their wellness by taking advantage of important preventative services free of co-pays and deductibles,” said Wasserman Schultz. “Today’s news simply reaffirms that Obamacare continues to provide numerous benefits for all Americans. If you’re one of the many Floridians without health insurance, find out how you can sign up at HealthCare.gov. It’s also important to note that you don’t need to sign up through the marketplace if you already have health insurance through an employer or are enrolled in a government program like Medicare.”