Enrollment Period
The specific time each year when you can sign up for or make changes to your health insurance plan.
Detailed Explanation
Outside of the open enrollment period, you typically need a qualifying life event (like getting married or losing other coverage) to enroll in or change your plan.
Practical Example
The open enrollment period for Maria's employer-sponsored health plan is in November. During this time, she can choose her health insurance plan for the following year or make changes to her current coverage.
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