Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Begins Nov. 1

Open-enrollment season for health insurance is upon us, and Michiganders who want to get the right kinds of coverage have a lot to consider.

More than 520,000 people in Michigan are uninsured.

The health-insurance marketplace open enrollment period begins Tuesday and continues through Jan. 15. That's a busy time for most people, and Michigan residents have up to 12 insurance providers to choose from, depending on the county where they live.

Dr. Rhonda Randall, chief medical officer for UnitedHealthcare, said it's important to spend some time doing research when deciding on a coverage.

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