Looking back over the open enrollment period, it is clear that Wyoming is truly on top of the game. A record-setting 14.5 million Americans took advantage of the low-cost plans and now have health insurance coverage, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Of that unprecedented number, more than 34,000 Wyoming residents enrolled through Healthcare.gov. That is quite an accomplishment for our small population, and the staff at Enroll Wyoming were in the thick of it.

Each of the Navigators felt such gratitude to be a part of this monumental accomplishment, and we could not have done it without the help of our partners. Many of you opened your doors and let us set up “shop.” A large number shared The Buzz with other partners and clients, and still others spread the word. Whatever you did to help was phenomenal and very much appreciated. On behalf of the Navigators, we just want to say thank you! We truly could not have done this without you, and due to your assistance 39% of the Wyoming population is now able to access quality health care.

But there is still work to be done. Life-changing events happen every day, thus opening up what we call a special enrollment period, or SEP. If you are one of these people, or you know of someone who qualifies, please refer them to 211 or find the Navigator in your region. We love to serve.

-- Lead Navigator Dasa Robertson

Open enrollment is over, but some people can still sign up for Marketplace health insurance through a special enrollment period, or SEP.

An additional special enrollment period just started. This SEP is aimed at individuals and families whose income is less than or equal to 150% of the federal poverty level (FPL). If you think you qualify or would like more information, get in touch with a regional Navigator from Enroll Wyoming. Call 211 or use the contact information listed below.

The FPL is based on one's annual income and the number of people in a household. A detailed FLP chart can be found here, but here's a summarized version.

You may qualify if in the last two months you or someone in your household:

Check if you qualify for an SEP here.

The 2022 theme for Black History Month is “Black Health and Wellness.” The idea for the annual celebration comes from Carter G. Woodson’s work to establish a history week to promote the narratives, culture, and achievements of African Americans and other people of color worldwide.

We should all work together year-round to continue Woodson’s efforts to strengthen communities and improve the daily lives of African Americans. For more on the topic of Black health and history, see the Searchable Museum presented by the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

outreach goals by participating in this poll or directly emailing us at caleb@enrollwyo.org or dasa.robertson@crmcwy.org.

-- The Laramie County Farm & Ranch Show returns Feb. 18-20 at the Event Center at 3801 Archer Parkway in Cheyenne. Parking and admission is free. Enroll Wyoming will participate all three days.

-- The Wyoming Department of Workforce Services is hosting the Fremont County Employment Expo from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 22, at the Central Wyoming College Art Gallery in Riverton. Enroll Wyoming will participate.

-- The Wyoming Cancer Coalition will host an in-person meeting from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, March 1, at the Blue Federal Credit Union's Community Event Center at 2401 E. Pershing Blvd. in Cheyenne. Virtual options may be available. Click here to register.

-- Memorial Hospital of Carbon County is partnering with Enroll Wyoming to host informational meetings on the special enrollment period. Events are scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 8, at the MHCC Family Practice Clinic, 300 Third St. in Rawlins, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, March 10, at the MHCC Health Center-Platte Valley at 1504 S. River St. in Saratoga. Contact Navigator Angela Thatcher at 307-352-9109 or angela@enrollwyo.org to schedule a private consultation. 

-- Navigator Dasa Robertson will be available to answer questions from from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, March 10, at the Platte County Public Library at 904 Ninth St. in Wheatland. 

University of Wyoming Family Medicine Residency Program is looking for help.

Click the link below or the job description and if this looks like a good fit for you apply through the University of Wyoming website to the right.