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Compare your options and make plan changes if desired.

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Your 3-Step Checklist

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COMPARE INSURANCE OPTIONS

Use the MNSure Tool to compare plan option. This tool will allow you to review options with all available carriers. You do not have to enroll through MNsure to use this comparison tool.

Open Estimator Tool

If you find out you are now eligible for premiums reductions known as advanced premium tax credits through MNsure, you can create a MNsure account and apply and enroll through MNsure.

Before choosing a plan

Verify your doctors, hospitals, pharmacies, and prescriptions using the verification checklist below.

STEPS TO VERIFY PROVIDERS & PRESCRIPTIONS >

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COMPLETE ENROLLMENT

Use the carrier information below to enroll over the phone or online. Have your plan selection ready, along with your personal information, address, and SSN for all enrollees.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Phone Enrollments: 1-800-262-0823
  • Online Enrollments: Coming Soon!
Medica
  • Phone Enrollments: 1-800-670-5935
  • Online Enrollments: Click Here 
HealthPartners
  • Phone Enrollments: 1-952-883-5599
  • Online Enrollments: Click Here 
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CANCEL CURRENT COVERAGE

Call the number on the back of your insurance card to cancel your current plan effective the day before your new coverage begins. Ex. If your new plan is set to begin January 1, cancel current coverage for December 31.

Open Enrollment Dates

November 1–January 15: Open Enrollment for 2027 coverage

Apply by December 15: Coverage begins January 1, 2027

Apply December 16–January 15: Coverage begins February 1, 2027 these applications must be completed directly through MNsure. Carrier direct enrollments do not allow this extension.

NEED ADDITIONAL HELP?

As the health insurance marketplace increasingly uses convenient, technology-based services, Breitenfeldt Group is adapting how we support clients. Beginning with the 2027 renewal period, we will no longer provide individual, personalized reviews of MNsure coverage options.

For help you can contact the carrier directly:
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota: 1-800-262-0823
Medica: 1-800-670-5935
HealthPartners: 1-952-883-5599

For help with your MNsure application, contact a MNsure Navigator. Find one here MNsure Navigator.

Steps to Verify Your Providers & Prescriptions

Use these checklists when comparing MNsure plans.

VERIFY DOCTORS, HOSPITALS & FACILITIES

  1. Open the plan

    From MNsure plan results, select the plan and open Plan Details.

  2. Open the Provider Directory

    Find the plan’s Provider Directory or network link. It may open on the insurance company’s website.

  3. Confirm the correct plan and network

    Make sure you are searching the exact network, Individual & Family coverage, correct service area, and coverage year.

  4. Search for your doctor

    Use the doctor's name, clinic, specialty if needed, and city or ZIP code.

  5. Review the result carefully

    Confirm the provider participates in the specific network for the plan you are considering.

  6. Repeat for each plan

    Networks may differ between plans, even from the same insurance company.

  7. Confirm directly if unsure

    If keeping a provider is important, contact the carrier and confirm participation in the exact plan and network.

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I checked my doctors.

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I checked important clinics or hospitals.

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I confirmed I was searching the correct plan and network.

VERIFY PRESCRIPTIONS & PHARMACIES

  1. Open the plan

    From MNsure plans results, select the plan and open Plan Details.

  2. Open the drug list

    Look for the Covered Drug List, Drug List, Formulary, or another prescription resource.

  3. Confirm the correct formulary

    Make sure it applies to the specific Individual & Family plan and coverage year.

  4. Search each prescription

    Use the exact drug name, generic name if known, or brand name.

  5. Check how it is covered

    Review the drug tier, such as generic, preferred brand, non-preferred brand, or specialty.

  6. Look for restrictions

    Check for Prior Authorization, Step Therapy, Quantity Limits, or specialty pharmacy requirements.

  7. Repeat for every medication and plan

    Include prescriptions for each covered family member and repeat for each plan you are comparing.

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I checked my medications

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I checked the drug tier and estimated cost.

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I checked for prior authorization, step therapy, and other restrictions.

SimpleQuote by Breitenfeldt Group – Individual & Family Plan Enrollment Guide

This guide is provided for educational purposes to help you understand your enrollment steps. Please confirm current deadlines, plan availability, eligibility, and costs directly with MNsure or the insurance carrier before enrolling.