unfortunately texas is not expanding its medicaid program which you most likely would have qualified for. you may still be able to take advantage of financial assistance available through the marketplaces which will make private insurance available at a very low cost. you need to check what's available to you through healthcare. gov though i would suggest waiting a few weeks to do so. the website as you may have heard has not been working properly. the hope is that within the next few weeks it will be easier to navigate the site. you might also want to pick up the phone to talk with a person who can help understand your options. to find someone in your area check out: localhelp. healthcare. gov. also be aware that people with low incomes too low to file income taxes are not required to carry health insurance. if that's your situation you won't be penalized for not buying a health plan.
i have exhausted my unemployment benefits and i haven't worked in the last 3 years. . i am 56 years old without any source of income. what should i do about medical insurance? how can i obtain medical insurance in texas without any type of income?