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How does Premium Assistance Sponsorship work?

  • A Washington state resident (not eligible for Apple Health/Medicaid or Medicare) looks for individual health insurance on the Health Benefit Exchange.
  • The individual finds the cost is a significant barrier to enrolling. He/she can’t afford the premiums.
  • The individual is referred to the Premium Assistance program by one of the funding partners.
  • The Premium Assistance Program determines that the person is eligible and meets all program criteria.
  • Project Access Northwest staff members work with the individual to enroll. The Premium Assistance Program pays all premiums (one policy year) for the Silver Level Plan the individual chooses.