it's very important that you check to see if you qualify for financial assistance to help pay for insurance. based on your description it sounds like you might. go to healthcare. gov to learn more. it's possible that you earn too little to qualify for a tax subsidy to buy a private insurance plan. and unfortunately you live in a state that has chosen not to expand it's medicaid program (insurance for people with low incomes) which leaves many people like yourself without good insurance options. still you should apply to make sure you're not missing out on available help. again go to healthcare. gov to fill out an application. you can also call the 800 number to ask for assistance: 800-318-2596.
al does not have a choice of providers-only bcbs. i can't pay the premium and won't be eligible for medicare for 2yrs. . i am a female will turn 63 this year am married. my husband is unemployed and i have retired. we both need the insurance; we are living solely on my ss. toni morse