Get Covered New Jersey, the state’s official health insurance marketplace has topped 481,000 in the first nine weeks of the open enrollment period that started on Nov. 1, 2024, New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance Commissioner Justin Zimmerman announced on Monday.
During the first nine weeks of the annual open enrollment period from Nov. 1, 2024, to Jan. 2, 2025, a total of 481,151 residents are signed up for 2025 health coverage with Get Covered New Jersey, including 145,330 new or existing consumers who actively selected a plan and 335,821 who were automatically renewed. Overall plan selection totals are up 31 percent compared to this time last year.
The department also continues to hold pop-up enrollment and assistance events at several New Jersey shopping malls throughout the state in January to boost awareness, provide resources and encourage residents to enroll in 2025 health coverage before the end of open enrollment on Jan. 31.
“As Open Enrollment continues, we are seeing more and more consumers seeking quality, affordable health coverage through Get Covered New Jersey,” Zimmerman said. “Through our program, consumers have been able to access coverage for themselves and their families and take advantage of historic state and federal assistance to help offset costs.”
Consumers who enrolled by Dec. 31 received coverage beginning Jan. 1; those who enroll by January 31 will have coverage starting on Feb. 1. Open Enrollment is the only time of year residents can enroll in a plan, unless they have a major life event, such as marriage, pregnancy, or a move, or meet certain income requirements that qualify them for a Special Enrollment Period.
