The Division of Insurance formally released plans and premiums for the 2022 plan year. I shared a statement that I am grateful that Coloradans will see stable and affordable prices over last year. And with the extra savings available this year through the American Rescue Plan, we will ensure Coloradans have access to affordable health coverage.

The same eight companies from 2021 are returning to offer plans for 2022. And many Connect for Health Colorado customers can expect increased plan choice when they shop for 2022 coverage. The health insurance companies’ expansions for 2022 will leave only one county with a single insurance company available— down from 10 counties in 2021, and 22 counties in 2020.

Our staff is finishing all final preparations to open our doors in just over a week, on Monday, Nov. 1. We’ve begun our marketing and advertising, getting the word out to customers to review their options in our Quick Cost and Plan Finder tool, and get ready to enroll by making an appointment with their broker or assister.

And I want to take a moment to thank you all for your support in our efforts as we put the finishing touches on preparations for enrollment season, as it feels like we were just wrapping up our summer special enrollment time.