Are you among the many young adults struggling to find health insurance at age 26? The New York Times and KFF Health News are conducting a study on this common “adulting” milestone. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, individuals can remain on their family’s insurance until they turn 26. However, once that milestone is reached, those without employer-based insurance are faced with a plethora of complex decisions. These decisions include whether to explore insurance plan exchanges, apply for Medicaid, or take the risk of going uninsured.
Are you a young adult who is bewildered by the process of selecting a plan on the insurance exchanges? Have you purchased a plan through an A.C.A. exchange only to discover that it does not cover your medical needs? Have you gotten married or taken a job solely for the purpose of obtaining health insurance? Or have you made the decision to go without coverage altogether?
Regardless of your situation, our team of experienced reporters is eager to hear your story. As a seasoned health journalist with experience at both The New York Times and KFF Health News, I am dedicated to shedding light on this important issue. Every response to our questionnaire will be carefully reviewed, and we will reach out to you if we are interested in further exploring your story. Rest assured that we will not publish any part of your response without first contacting you, verifying your information, and obtaining your approval. Additionally, your contact information will only be used for the purpose of communicating with you about your story.
Your story matters, and sharing your experience could potentially help others who are facing similar challenges in navigating the complexities of health insurance at age 26. Let your voice be heard and contribute to our ongoing research on this vital topic. We look forward to hearing from you and learning more about your journey towards finding suitable health insurance coverage.