Recently the Biden administration has announced that they will seek to use administrative action to make DACA recipients eligible for Obamacare. We know that access to health care is a problem for any migrant, and even more so if they are illegal.
We have already reviewed what it is and what the benefits of this program are. But there are other key questions that open up with this new measure: What are the Obamacare eligibility requirements? How much does Obamacare cost? What is the Obamacare 2023 income table and what is it for?
Therefore, in Jaskot Law we will analyze in depth all these issues that are essential for any migrant who needs help in finding health insurance to cover his or her family.
At Jaskot Law we do not offer any type of health insurance for undocumented immigrants, but we can help you regularize your immigration status so that you can access the medical coverage you and your family need. Contact us at +1 (410) 235-6868 or jared@jaskot.law.
What are the Obamacare eligibility requirements?
Although the Obamacare eligibility requirements could change with this new measure by President Biden, here are the general criteria:
- Citizenship or legal immigrant status: One of the Obamacare eligibility requirements is to be a U.S. citizen or have legal immigrant status.
- U.S. Residency: Another Obamacare eligibility requirement is that you must reside in the United States and have a valid mailing address.
- Not having health insurance coverage through an employer: Not having health insurance coverage through an employer is also one of the requirements for Obamacare, with the exception that the coverage offered is not affordable or does not meet the minimum requirements.
- Income: Income is an important factor in determining your eligibility for Obamacare. You must have income between the lower end (100% of the federal poverty level) and the upper end (400% of the federal poverty level).
- Ineligible for Medicaid: Another Obamacare eligibility requirement is not being eligible for Medicaid. However, if your income is too high for Medicaid, you may be eligible for an Obamacare plan.
- Not being in prison: Another requirement for Obamacare is not being currently in prison.
- Enroll during the open enrollment period: One of the most important requirements to get Obamacare is to enroll during the open enrollment period, also known as Obamacare Open Enrollment. This period begins on November 1 and ends on December 15. However, you may be able to enroll at another time if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period.
We remind you that these selection criteria could change starting at the end of the month, if President Biden’s measures allow illegal immigrants to apply for Obamacare.
Therefore, in Jaskot Law will keep you informed before any decision regarding the Obamacare eligibility requirements.
At Jaskot Law we do not offer any type of health insurance for undocumented immigrants, but we can help you regularize your immigration status so that you can access the medical coverage you and your family need. Contact us at +1 (410) 235-6868 or jared@jaskot.law.
How much does Obamacare cost?
To calculate how much Obamacare costs, you need to consider several factors, such as your household income, family size, geographic location, the health insurance plan you choose, and whether you qualify for financial assistance. Below, we will explain the basic steps to calculate the cost of health insurance through Obamacare:
- Visit the Health Insurance Marketplace website: On the Health Insurance Marketplace website, you can find information about health insurance plans available in your area and estimated prices for each plan.
- Enter your information: To get a more accurate estimate of the cost of your health insurance, you will need to enter your personal information, such as your age, annual income, family size and geographic location.
- Select a plan: After entering your personal information, you will be able to compare the health insurance plans available in your area and select the plan that best suits your needs and budget.
- Calculate tax credits: If you qualify for tax credits, the Health Insurance Marketplace website will show you the estimated amount of credits you can receive to reduce the cost of your monthly health insurance plan premium.
- Calculate cost-sharing: If you qualify for cost-sharing, the Health Insurance Marketplace website will show you the estimated amount of cost-sharing you can receive to reduce copayments, deductibles and coinsurance costs.
At Jaskot Law we do not offer any type of health insurance for undocumented immigrants, but we can help you regularize your immigration status so that you can access the medical coverage you and your family need. Contact us at +1 (410) 235-6868 or jared@jaskot.law.
Obamacare Income Table 2023
The Obamacare income table 2023 is a scale issued by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that establishes income levels for individuals and families who may qualify for tax subsidies and financial assistance for health coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
The Obamacare income table 2023 shows the income levels required to be eligible for the different types of financial assistance offered through the program. These include:
- Tax credits: Tax credits are offered to individuals who have income within certain limits. These credits can help reduce the cost of the monthly health insurance plan premium.
- Cost-sharing: Cost-sharing is a form of financial assistance that helps reduce co-payments, deductibles and co-insurance costs. To be eligible for this financial assistance, you must have income within certain limits.
The Obamacare income table 2023 levels are based on a household’s adjusted gross income (AGI) and family size. The table establishes the minimum and maximum income limits for each subsidy level, which helps individuals determine if they are eligible for financial assistance for health coverage.
To qualify for financial assistance for health coverage, family income must be between 100% and 400% of the federal poverty level. So, here is the Obamacare 2023 income table for families of up to 8 people, considering the lowest end (100% of the poverty level) and the highest end (400% of the poverty level):
| Family size | Minimum income | Maximum income |
| 1 (single) | $13,590 | $54,360 |
| 2 persons | $18,310 | $73,240 |
| 3 persons | $23,030 | $92,120 |
| 4 persons | $27,750 | $111,000 |
| 5 persons | $32,470 | $129,880 |
| 6 persons | $37,190 | $148,760 |
| 7 people | $41,910 | $167,640 |
| 8 persons | $46,630 | $186,520 |
Income limits are set based on the percentage of the FPL, which for 2023 is estimated at $13,590 for one person and increases by $4,720 for each additional person in the family.
The Obamacare income table 2023 is important to understand if you are eligible for financial help to pay for health insurance and what kind of help you can receive. But the same table is also useful to know if you apply for other benefits such as Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
However, always keep in mind that these income limits are updated each year and may vary depending on family size and geographic location.
Conclusion
The Biden administration seeks to make DACA recipients eligible for Obamacare, raising questions about the program’s eligibility and cost.
Currently, the requirements include citizenship or legal immigrant status, which immediately excluded DACA recipients for not having formal legal status in the country.
With this new measure, many immigrants would be able to access the financial assistance they need to obtain health insurance to cover their needs and those of their families. But this will still depend on your household income, family size, geographic location and the health insurance plan chosen.
For all these reasons, it is important to be aware of any changes in the requirements for Obamacare, which, while they may vary in terms of the fact that the program only applies to citizens or legal residents, may maintain the rest of its requirements as we know them today.
At Jaskot Law we do not offer any type of health insurance for undocumented immigrants, but we can help you regularize your immigration status so that you can access the medical coverage you and your family need. Contact us at +1 (410) 235-6868 or jared@jaskot.law.
Sources
CuidadoDeSalud.gov – Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) – Tax Provisions of the Affordable Care Act.
National Immigration Law Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Obamacare eligibility requirements?
The general criteria for Obamacare are citizenship or legal immigrant status, residency in the United States, no health insurance coverage through an employer, income within the lower and upper limits of the federal poverty level, ineligibility for Medicaid, not being in prison and, finally, enrollment during the open enrollment period, which begins Nov. 1 and ends Dec. 15.
How much does Obamacare cost?
The cost of Obamacare depends on several factors, such as family income, family size, geographic location, health insurance plan chosen, and whether you qualify for financial assistance. To calculate the cost of health insurance through Obamacare, the following basic steps can be followed: visit the Health Insurance Marketplace website, enter personal information, compare and select the plan, calculate tax credits and cost-sharing.
What is the Obamacare income table 2023 and what is it for?
The Obamacare 2023 Income Chart is a tool used to determine if a person qualifies for financial assistance to pay for health insurance through Obamacare. The table shows the cutoffs for the lower and upper end of the federal poverty level for the year 2023, which is the income required to obtain financial assistance.
What will change in the Obamacare eligibility requirements?
Recently, the Biden administration has announced that they will seek to use administrative action to make DACA recipients eligible for Obamacare. If President Biden’s actions allow illegal immigrants to apply for Obamacare, the requirements for Obamacare could change.
Does Jaskot Law offer any type of health insurance for undocumented immigrants?
No, Jaskot Law does not offer any type of health insurance for undocumented immigrants. However, they can help regularize immigration status so that people can access the health coverage they need. They can be reached via +1 (410) 235-6868 or jared@jaskot.law.
