Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky Expands Health Insurance Offering to 107 Counties Statewide - Offering More Residents Affordable, Accessible Coverage

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Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky will offer a variety of affordable health insurance plans to residents in 107 counties in Kentucky for 2024. Open enrollment runs from Nov. 1, 2023, through Jan. 15, 2024. Members will have access to virtual 24/7 care, online enrollment assistance, and the My Health Pays program.

Ambetter from Wellcare of Kentucky offers Kentucky residents a variety of affordable plans during Open Enrollment beginning Nov. 1 

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky, a product offered by a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), which provides insurance to under-insured and uninsured populations through the State Based Exchange, announced today that it will offer a variety of affordable health insurance plans to residents in 107 counties in Kentucky for 2024. Open enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace for Kentucky runs from Nov. 1, 2023, through Jan. 15, 2024. 

Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky offers its members access to quality care, convenient services and valuable rewards. 2024 benefits and offerings include:    

• Affordable and Reliable Coverage  

Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky provides coverage of all essential health benefits, including preventive and wellness services, maternity and newborn care, pediatric services, mental health services, hospitalizations and prescription drug coverage. Some plans also include dental and vision coverage.   

• Virtual 24/7 Care      

Virtual 24/7 Care offers members an Ambetter-designated licensed provider via telehealth without having to leave their home to get quick remedies for non-emergency illnesses such as flu, skin conditions, ear infections, fever and respiratory infections.

• Online Enrollment Assistance 

Through the Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky website, people can browse and compare coverage options, determine their eligibility for financial subsidies, and directly enroll in coverage – all in one place. The platform is accessible through mobile devices, so people can enroll using smartphones. If a person is unable to complete enrollment all at once, the system will save progress and provide reminders to finish enrollment. 

• My Health Pays

Members have access to the My Health Pays® program, where they can earn points for practicing healthy eating habits, staying active and leading a healthy lifestyle. Through the program, members can complete health-related activities and challenges, and can earn up to $500 in rewards in 2024. These rewards can be used for health-related expenses such as copays and deductibles. My Health Pays also allows members to set and reach health goals at their own pace by providing seasonal suggestions for activities and guidance to help stay on track. 

Below is the full list of counties in which Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky will be offered:  

• Adair
• Allen
• Anderson
• Ballard
• Barren
• Bath
• Bell
• Boone
• Boyd
• Boyle
• Bracken
• Breathitt
• Breckinridge
• Bullitt
• Butler
• Caldwell
• Calloway
• Campbell
• Carlisle
• Carroll
• Carter
• Casey
• Clark
• Clay
• Clinton
• Crittenden
• Cumberland
• Daviess
• Edmonson
• Elliott
• Estill
• Fayette
• Floyd
• Franklin
• Fulton
• Gallatin
• Garrard
• Grant
• Green
• Greenup
• Hancock
• Hardin
• Harlan
• Hart
• Henderson
• Henry
• Hickman
• Hopkins
• Jackson
• Jefferson
• Jessamine
• Johnson
• Kenton
• Knott
• Knox
• Larue
• Laurel
• Lawrence
• Lee
• Leslie
• Letcher
• Lewis
• Lincoln
• Livingston
• Logan
• Lyon
• Madison
• Magoffin
• Marshall
• Martin
• McCracken
• McCreary
• McLean
• Meade
• Menifee
• Mercer
• Metcalfe
• Monroe
• Morgan
• Muhlenberg
• Nelson
• Nicholas
• Ohio
• Oldham
• Owen
• Owsley
• Pendleton
• Perry
• Pike
• Powell
• Rockcastle
• Russell
• Scott
• Shelby
• Simpson
• Spencer
• Taylor
• Todd
• Trigg
• Trimble
• Union
• Warren
• Washington
• Webster
• Whitley
• Wolfe
• Woodford

Kentucky residents interested in learning more about Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky or enrolling in a health plan during the open enrollment period may visit Ambetter.wellcareky.com.

About Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky

Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky is underwritten by WellCare Health Plans of Kentucky, Inc., which is a Qualified Health Plan issuer in the Kentucky Health Insurance Marketplace. For more information visit https://ambetter.wellcareky.com/. For information on your right to receive from an Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky plan free of discrimination, or your right to receive language, auditory and/or visual assistance services, please visit www.ambetterhealth.com and scroll to the bottom of the page.

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FAQ

What is Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky offering?

Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky is offering a variety of affordable health insurance plans to residents in 107 counties in Kentucky for 2024.

When does open enrollment run?

Open enrollment for Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky runs from Nov. 1, 2023, through Jan. 15, 2024.

What services are included in the health insurance plans?

The health insurance plans provided by Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky include coverage for essential health benefits, preventive and wellness services, maternity and newborn care, pediatric services, mental health services, hospitalizations, prescription drug coverage, and some plans also include dental and vision coverage.

What is Virtual 24/7 Care?

Virtual 24/7 Care is a service that offers Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky members access to an Ambetter-designated licensed provider via telehealth. It allows members to get quick remedies for non-emergency illnesses without having to leave their home.

How can people enroll in coverage?

People can browse and compare coverage options, determine their eligibility for financial subsidies, and directly enroll in coverage through the Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky website. The platform is accessible through mobile devices, including smartphones.

What is the My Health Pays program?

The My Health Pays program allows Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky members to earn points for practicing healthy habits. Members can complete health-related activities and challenges and earn up to $500 in rewards in 2024. These rewards can be used for health-related expenses such as copays and deductibles.