DENVER – Oscar, a health
insurance company already available in several states, will offer individual
and family health insurance plans for the first time in Colorado starting in
2020. That brings the number of companies offering health plans through Colorado’s
Marketplace to eight.
Founded
in 2012, Oscar currently offers individual
health insurance plans in nine states and is expanding into six additional states
for the 2020 plan year. In Colorado, the company is offering coverage at the Bronze,
Silver, and Gold levels to individuals and families in Denver metro area
counties, including Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson.
“We welcome Oscar as a partner in
our Marketplace this year because it means residents have greater choice when
it comes to shopping,” said Connect for Health Colorado Chief Executive Officer
Kevin Patterson. “With lower rates and new competition in the most populous
areas of our state, we hope consumers check out all of their plan options before
making a selection for the new year.”
“Oscar strongly believes that
consumer choice is fundamental to the health of Denver’s individual insurance
market, and we greatly appreciate the opportunity to partner with the
Marketplace,” said Mario Schlosser, Oscar’s CEO and co-founder. “Oscar is eager
to offer Denver consumers plans that include tools and resources designed to
make their health care easier to navigate, more transparent, and more
affordable. We are confident that our benefits, including the ability to call a
doctor for free any time of day and support from personalized care teams, will
resonate with Denver consumers.”
All qualified health plans and
dental plans for the 2020 plan year are now available to preview in the Quick
Cost and Plan Finder tool. The anonymous
browsing tools compares plans and prices based on factors beyond the premium. Consumers
can also get an estimate of the financial help they could receive to lower
monthly costs or out-of-pocket costs, which is available only through the
Marketplace.
Open
Enrollment for 2020 health insurance will begin Nov. 1 and continue through Jan.
15, 2020. Enrollment must be completed by Dec. 15 to take effect Jan. 1, 2020.
About Connect for
Health Colorado
Connect
for Health Colorado is a public, non-profit entity established by the Colorado
General Assembly in 2011 to create a health insurance Marketplace. Since
2013, we’ve been helping individuals, families and small employers compare
plans, apply for financial help and buy health insurance. As Colorado’s official
health insurance marketplace, we are the only place to apply for financial help
to lower the monthly cost of premiums. Customers can shop online; get help by
phone or online chat from Customer Service Center representatives; and access
expert, in-person help from a statewide network of certified Brokers and
community-based Assisters. For more information: ConnectforHealthCO.com
About Oscar
Oscar is the first
health insurance company built to make health care easy. Headquartered in New
York City, Oscar has been challenging the health care system’s status quo since
our founding in 2012, developing seamless technology and providing personalized
support to help our members navigate their health care. Oscar was the first
insurer to offer free, 24/7 telemedicine to members and to integrate direct
scheduling with providers through our app. Oscar plans also include access to a
network of first-rate physicians and hospitals, as well as a personalized
Concierge team that supports members every step of the way, from finding a
doctor to navigating costs. Oscar is known for our easy-to-use digital tools,
including a website and mobile app that let members view their health history,
speak directly with their Concierge team, and access their account information.
Say hi or learn more at https://hioscar.com or follow us at https://twitter.com/OscarHealth.
