Helps individuals and families to check their eligibility for health insurance through the health insurance marketplace and sign up for health care programs such as the Essential Plan, Medicaid and Child Health Plus. The annual open enrollment period begins in Fall for coverage effective the following year. Individuals and families can enroll in coverage after the open enrollment period ends if they qualify for a special enrollment period by experiencing a qualifying life event, such as getting married or having a child. Individuals eligible for the Essential Plan, Medicaid or Child Health Plus and American Indians/Alaskan Natives can enroll at any time during the year. Small businesses may enroll at any time during the year.