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Need health insurance? Virtual services have your enrollment covered
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/07/2020 - 10:00am
State health insurance exchanges, like Covered California and Nevada Health Link, are now in open enrollment - the time when we can sign up for coverage for the year ahead. It’s always a good idea to make sure you and your family have health insurance, and with the current surge of COVID-19, you don’t want to be uncovered. Luckily, there are many options for families and individuals to enroll virtually, including free, bi-lingual enrollment services offered here in our community.
Governor Newsom signs slew of bills including wildfire protection and defensible space
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/14/2019 - 3:06pm
The 2019 legislative year for California has come to an end and Gov. Gavin Newsom wrapped u the session with signing several bills. His first year of office saw 870 new laws and 172 vetoed proposals.
Separating the myths from the facts about health insurance
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 7:26pm
Signing up for a health insurance plan can be daunting and time consuming. As a Certified Enrollment Counselor, my job is to make it easier for South Lake Tahoe families and individuals to navigate Covered California and enroll in a health care plan.
With all the talk the about health care, I have heard rumblings and rumors about what is happening with the Affordable Care Act and what is changing with insurance. Get informed! Make a free one-on-one appointment with me or one my fellow enrollment counselors, have your questions answered, and get enrolled for 2019.
Myths and facts about your health insurance
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/07/2017 - 1:28pm
Signing up for a health insurance plan can be daunting and time consuming. As a Certified Enrollment Counselor, my job is to make it easier for South Lake Tahoe families and individuals to navigate Covered California and enroll in a health care plan.
With all the talk the about health care, I have heard rumblings and rumors about what is happening with the Affordable Care Act and what is changing with insurance. Get informed! Make a free one-on-one appointment with me or one my fellow enrollment counselors, have your questions answered, and get enrolled for 2018.
Mountain Resort Television daily segment
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/17/2016 - 11:42amIn today's Mountain Resort Television segment, reporter Ashley Lindner interviews Marco Huerta, a Certified Enrollment Counselor at Barton Health about Covered California.
Watch "The City in 60," where the City of South Lake Tahoe PIO Tracy Franklin updates the public on snow plows and local meetings.
Need help signing up for a health care plan in South Lake Tahoe?
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/12/2016 - 4:30pm
Event Date:
January 20, 2016 - 3:30pm
Barton Health is hosting an open enrollment working session on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at the Lake Tahoe Community College from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
During this session, individuals can apply for health coverage and have access to certified representatives for any needed assistance. The deadline to sign up is January 31, 2016.
They are reminding people to bring their picture identification, social security number and household income to the enrollment session.
Sign up or change your health care plan
Submitted by paula on Sat, 12/05/2015 - 12:03am
Event Date:
December 8, 2015 - 3:30pm
Barton Health's Certified Enrollment Counselors are available to help community members enroll in Covered California insurance or Medi-Cal plan from now until January 31.
One-on-one enrollment sessions are available the follow days and times:
Tuesday, December 8- 3:30-6:30pm
Wednesday, January 20 - 3:30-6:30pm
Both sessions will take place at Lake Tahoe Community College in Computer Lab D123. Enrollment counselors will help individuals and families walk through the process of signing up and selecting a health care plan.
Healthcare Enrollment Assistance with Barton's Certified Enrollment Counselors
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 2:50pm
Event Date:
December 8, 2015 - 3:30pm Get help enrolling in health insurance or MediCal with Covered California. Barton Health’s Certified Enrollment Counselors are available to assist in English and Spanish.
Barton Health will host two open enrollment working sessions during which individuals can apply for health coverage and have access to certified representatives for any needed assistance. Please bring your picture ID, social security number and household income to the enrollment session:
December 8, 2015 ~ 3:30-6:30pm at Lake Tahoe Community College, Computer Lab D123
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College, Room D123 (Computer Lab)
One College Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
38° 55' 53.7024" N, 119° 58' 20.7408" W
See map: Google Maps
Miss Covered California deadline? No worries, it's now extended until April
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/20/2015 - 11:55pm
The window for many Californians to sign up for health coverage widened Friday when the state exchange said it would extend this month’s deadline to enroll in a plan until the end of April.
Covered California said it was making the change to accommodate taxpayers who are just now realizing that they’ll be charged penalties on their tax returns if they don’t have health insurance. This is the first year such penalties kick in under the federal health care law.
Learn how Covered California affects small business owners
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/19/2014 - 9:27pm
Event Date:
November 20, 2014 - 4:00pm
Tahoe Chamber and Barton Health, in conjunction with Small Business Majority and Covered California, will host a free interactive event on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014 on the state’s new health insurance marketplace, Covered California, and how it impacts small employers in South Lake Tahoe.
Learn the roadmap for health care use by small businesses in free forum
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/05/2014 - 9:53pm
Event Date:
November 20, 2014 - 4:00pm
Tahoe Chamber and Barton Health, in conjunction with Small Business Majority and Covered California, will host a free interactive event on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2014 on the state’s new health insurance marketplace, Covered California, and how it impacts small employers in South Lake Tahoe.
Healthcare Forum for South Lake Tahoe Small Businesses
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/30/2014 - 1:32pm
Event Date:
November 20, 2014 - 4:00pm Healthcare Forum for South Lake Tahoe Small Businesses
Thursday, November 20, 2014, 4:00-5:30pm
Lake Tahoe Tahoe Community College, Board Room
One College Ave, South Lake Tahoe
Join TahoeChamber, Barton Health and Small Business Majority for a forum about what the healthcare law means for you, your family and your small business in the coming years. Will include a detailed look at the state and federal rules and an overview of the new coverage options available through Covered California.
Location
Lake Tahoe Community College, Board Room
One College Way
South Lake Tahoe, CA
United States
See map: Google Maps
BARTON HEALTH WELLNESS LECTURE
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 11:01pmEvent Date:
January 14, 2014 - 6:00pm
Learn about minimally invasive hip treatments, arthroscopy, and anterior hip replacement. We will address hip tendinitis, bursitis, sciatic nerve compression, hip impingement, labrum tear, and hip arthritis. Presented by Robert Rupp, M.D., Tahoe Orthopedics Sports Medicine.
Attend any four of Barton’s 2014 Wellness Lectures and be entered into a drawing for a $150 gift certificate to a South Lake Tahoe business of your choice. Questions? Call 530-543-5537. Visit bartonhealth.org/lecture for the most up-to-date lecture information
When: Tuesday, January 14, 6-7pm
Covered California Enrollment Dates in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 10:58pmEvent Date:
February 1, 2014 - 10:00am
It’s not too late to enroll for the new healthcare exchange program, Covered California. Barton Health offers free Enrollment Sessions. Uninsured California residents can meet with Barton’s Certified Enrollment Counselors, visit the Covered California website, determine eligibility and get enrolled with insurance. For more information, call 530-543-5537. No reservation required. First come, first served. Spanish-speaking counselors available.
When: Saturday, February 1, 10:00am-12:00pm
Where: South Lake Tahoe Library, 1000 Rufus Allen Blvd
Covered California Enrollment Dates in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/09/2014 - 10:56pmEvent Date:
January 21, 2014 - 9:00am
It’s not too late to enroll for the new healthcare exchange program, Covered California. Barton Health offers free Enrollment Sessions. Uninsured California residents can meet with Barton’s Certified Enrollment Counselors, visit the Covered California website, determine eligibility and get enrolled with insurance. For more information, call 530-543-5537. No reservation required. First come, first served. Spanish-speaking counselors available.
When: Tuesday, January 21, 9:00am-12:00pm
Where: Lake Tahoe Community College, Room D121, 1 College Dr
Barton Health Leading the Way and Helping Enroll Lake Tahoe Residents
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/20/2013 - 12:16am
Signing up for health insurance can be a frustrating and time-consuming process. To ease the insurance buying process, Barton Health has stepped up by partnering with Covered California, California’s Insurance Exchange Marketplace, to assist our community members and provide Certified Enrollment Counselors for the uninsured.
Text of Gov. Jerry Brown's 2013 State of the State Address
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 01/24/2013 - 10:17am
California Gov. Jerry Brown today delivered the 2013 State of the State Address. Here's the prepared text:
