Get Covered Illinois’ marketplace will replace Healthcare.gov for Illinoisans, improving access to quality affordable healthcare
Get Covered Illinois announced today that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services approved Illinois’ transition to a state-based health insurance marketplace. Launched in 2013 as a branded portal to access Healthcare.gov, Get Covered Illinois will now operate as a full state-based marketplace.
Beginning November 1, Illinois citizens who were previously enrolled through Healthcare.gov will transition to Get Covered Illinois for their 2026 coverage. Customers needing support can reach out to a vast network of Get Covered Illinois-certified brokers and navigators across the state who can provide free application and enrollment assistance.
Get Covered Illinois will also launch a live Customer Assistance Center where representatives will be available to answer questions and help customers enroll in coverage. The Customer Assistance Center, along with a newly designed website, will go live on October 1.
Since 2021, the federal government has offered enhanced tax credits, making health insurance cheaper for those enrolled in marketplace coverage. While some tax credits will still be available for those who qualify, the amount will be smaller, driving up insurance costs for enrollees.
Get Covered Illinois and our broker and navigator partners will be available to help customers find a plan that fits their needs and budget during the upcoming open enrollment period. Open enrollment runs November 1, 2025, through January 15, 2026.
Get Covered Illinois is the state’s official health insurance marketplace. Visit GetCoveredIllinois.gov to learn more.
