Mayor Bowser Announces Start of Open Enrollment, Highlights Free Heart Health Care in DC Health Link Essential Plans
Washington, D.C. – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the start of Open Enrollment for health insurance through DC Health Link, the District’s health insurance marketplace. Open Enrollment runs from November 1, 2024, to January 31, 2025.
“During Open Enrollment, DC residents have the opportunity to find quality, affordable health insurance plans that meet their needs and budget,” said Mayor Bowser. “This year, we are highlighting the free heart health care benefits included in DC Health Link Essential Plans, which can help residents prevent and manage heart disease, the leading cause of death in the District.”
DC Health Link Essential Plans are available to DC residents who meet certain income requirements. These plans offer comprehensive health coverage, including free heart health care benefits such as:
- Free preventive heart health screenings
- Free heart disease management programs
- Free medications to prevent and treat heart disease
“Heart disease is a serious health concern for many DC residents, but it can be prevented and managed with the right care,” said Dr. LaQuandra Nesbitt, Director of the DC Department of Health. “The free heart health care benefits included in DC Health Link Essential Plans can help residents stay healthy and avoid costly medical expenses.”
In addition to free heart health care, DC Health Link Essential Plans also offer other benefits, such as:
- Low monthly premiums
- No deductibles
- Low co-pays for doctor visits and prescription drugs
- Coverage for essential health benefits, such as doctor visits, hospital stays, and mental health care
Residents can enroll in DC Health Link Essential Plans online at www.DCHealthLink.com, by phone at 1-855-532-LINK (5465), or in person at one of the DC Health Link Enrollment Centers.
For more information about Open Enrollment and DC Health Link Essential Plans, visit www.DCHealthLink.com.
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