HealthCare.gov to Offer More Tools to Help Consumers

Source: Penn LDI October 9, 2015 A study led by Charlene Wong on young adults’ experiences on HealthCare.gov recommended several tools that are now being implemented into the upgraded website. New tools include an out-of pocket total cost estimator, tools that allow consumers to see if their preferred providers or hospitals are in-network across all plans, and an improved window-shopping experience, which allows consumers to see what’s available to them before creating an account.