The Nebraska Department of Insurance is continuing its educational sessions on the Affordable Care Act, more commonly known as Obamacare. Last week, the Department met with Nebraska residents and small business owners in McCook, Gering, Valentine, and O’Neill. Beginning September 21, the Department will continue its outreach in other parts of the state. Individuals are invited to attend these public meetings.
“Many Nebraskans still have questions about open enrollment and Obamacare as a whole. Department staff members are meeting with the public to dispel the myths of Obamacare and provide Nebraskans with the tools necessary for a successful open enrollment period next month,” said Director of Insurance Bruce Ramge. Ramge stressed that the educational sessions are open to the general public and are great opportunities for individuals to ask questions or have any concerns addressed regarding their health insurance.
The educational sessions on Obamacare will provide information about Nebraska’s changing health insurance landscape and will also discuss the increases in premiums for plans. In addition, the meetings will provide demographic information about Nebraska’s uninsured rate, and update the public on changes to the Affordable Care Act. Subject to approval, insurance producers may also receive one hour of continuing education from the Department if they attend these sessions.
Following the brief presentation, Department staff will be able to answer additional questions. Staff will be available for interviews before and after the meetings, as well.
Below is a list of locations/dates/times of next week’s educational sessions:
Ogallala
Tuesday, September 22
12:00-1:00pm
Mid-Plains Community College
512 East Street
North Platte
Tuesday, September 22
7:00-8:00pm
North Platte Public Library
120 W. 4th Street
Broken Bow
Wednesday, September 23
12:00-1:00pm
Broken Bow Public Library
625 D Street
Kearney
Wednesday, September 23
7:00-8:00pm
Kearney Public Library
2020 1st Avenue
Holdrege
Thursday, September 24
12:00-1:00pm
Holdrege Area Public Library
604 East Avenue
Grand Island
Thursday, September 24
7:00-8:00pm
Grand Island Doane Campus
3180 US Highway 34
College Park Building, Room 209/210
Additional meeting dates and locations are being scheduled for the near future.
Contact: Martin Swanson, 402-471-2201
