EAST PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island (February 1, 2021) — Following President Biden’s announcement on Thursday January 28, HealthSource RI has established a new enrollment period to give Rhode Islanders additional time to sign up for health coverage. Uninsured Rhode Islanders can enroll for coverage effective as early as March 1. HealthSource RI’s enrollment period will continue through May 15, 2021.

This enrollment period is open to all eligible uninsured Rhode Islanders, with no requirement to have a qualifying life event to enroll in health coverage.  Coverage starts the first of the month following a complete enrollment.

“The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to be a painful reality for many Rhode Islanders. HealthSource RI is here to ensure that people have every opportunity to sign up for health coverage,” said Lindsay Lang, Director of HealthSource RI. “Many Rhode Islanders face everyday life without the protection and peace of mind that having high-quality, low- or no-cost coverage can offer. We encourage you to reach out to us now and get covered. We are the only source for financial help, and 80% of current customers receive financial help.”

Rhode Islanders in need of coverage may also contact Healthsource RI today to begin their applications or learn about their coverage options. To contact HealthSource RI:

• Visit HealthSourceRI.com
• Use our live web chat on HealthSourceRI.com, available Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm in English or Spanish
• Call 211 to connect with a Navigator for 1-on-1 enrollment support via phone or Zoom. Navigators speak multiple languages.
• Visit healthSourceri.com/events to learn more about our Virtual Enrollment Info Sessions
• Call HealthSource RI at 1-855-840-4774, available Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm

About HealthSource RI

HealthSource RI is the state’s health insurance marketplace. It’s our mission to help Rhode Islanders easily navigate the complex health insurance landscape and enroll in a plan that works best for their individual and family needs. Since 2013, HealthSource RI has decreased the uninsured rate by more than two thirds. Today, 96% of Rhode Islanders have health coverage, the third lowest uninsured rate in the country. Rhode Island small businesses can purchase health coverage year-round through HealthSource RI for Employers. For more information, employers can talk to their broker or visit HealthSourceRI.com/Employers.