If you haven’t heard, the chance to buy or change your health insurance plan is coming soon! Open enrollment is the period of time during which people are able to sign up for health care coverage or change their coverage status.

This is the only time during the year when you can buy or enroll in a new insurance plan, unless you experience a qualifying event (such as marriage, loss of employment, birth or adoption of a child), which allows you to enroll at any time during the year, as long as it is within 60 days of the event.

If this is your first time purchasing health insurance, you may be wondering why you need it, especially if you’re healthy. We understand why you may feel that way, but it’s also important to consider the financial risk that comes with high medical bills. Check out the videos below to learn more.