If your insurer left the ACA market, a special enrollment period for new insurance ends March 1

By: Charlotte Rene Woods

Outlets: Virginia Mercury

Published: February 27, 2026

Words: 658

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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Several insurers left the Affordable Care Act marketplace at the end of last year, which triggered a special enrollment period for some who lost their health coverage in the shift. While open enrollment in Virginia’s marketplace ended on Jan. 30, certain groups have until March 1 to enroll in a new insurance plan.

Louise Norris, an analyst with HealthInurance.org, emphasized that people who find new insurance before March 1 will see it take effect …

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