ANCHORAGE, AK-Alaskans that face a tax penalty on their 2014 tax return for not having health insurance coverage will be eligible for a special enrollment period (SEP) beginning March 15, 2015 through April 30, 2015.

To qualify for this SEP, (1) this must be the first time the individual became aware of, or understood the implications of, the shared responsibility payment; (2) not currently enrolled in coverage for 2015; (3) and paid the tax penalty on their 2014 tax return.

Individuals can still enroll at any time during 2015 for health insurance due to other qualified life events to allow for a special enrollment period.

Enroll Alaska, a division of Northrim Benefits Group, LLC, is Alaska’s solution for individuals to get educated, informed and enrolled into a health insurance policy that is right for them and their family. Enroll Alaska is the go-to resource for questions regarding the ACA. Information can be found at www.enrollingalaska.com or by calling, 1-855-385-5550.

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