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New Hampshire Health Plan (NHHP)

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Guaranteed Health Insurance Plan

As a HIPAA eligible enrollee you are guaranteed the right to buy an individual insurance policy from the state high-risk pool, the New Hampshire Health Plan (NHHP). Note:

  • NHHP prohibits pre-existing condition exclusion periods and elimination riders
  • NHHP is your only guaranteed source of individual health insurance

HIPAA Eligibility

To be HIPAA eligible in New Hampshire, you must:

  1. Have 18 months of continuous creditable coverage, with at least the last day under the Brethren Ministers Group; and
  2. Not be eligible for Medicare, Medicaid or a group plan; and
  3. Apply for health insurance for which you are HIPAA eligible within 63 days of losing your prior coverage; and
  4. Not have health insurance.

Note: If you know your group coverage is about to end, you can apply for coverage for which you will be HIPAA eligible.

How much does NHHP coverage cost?

NHHP charges different rates based on the plan chosen, your age and tobacco use. Under New Hampshire law, the premium is capped at 150% of average standard health insurance rates. Click here to view NHHP rates.

NHHP Coverage Highlights

  • Four options (both indemnity and PPO) are available PPO benefits are paid at a higher percentage
  • Benefits include hospital and physician care, maternity, prescription drugs, etc.
  • For complete information, view the NHHP Plan Brochure

How can I be insured with NHHP?

For enrollment information, visit the New Hampshire Health Plan online at www.nhhealthplan.org, or call (877) 888-6447.

Special insurance for children: Healthy Kids

A family of four making up to $60,000 a year may be eligible for Healthy Kids.