On July 1st, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) unveiled HealthCare.gov, a transparent, innovative website where consumers can compare insurance plans specific to their life situation and local community.
Earlier this month, HHS introduced CuidadoDeSalud.gov, the partner site of HealthCare.gov. CuidadoDeSalud.gov is a one-stop-shop for Spanish-speakers seeking information about the implementation of the Affordable Care Act as well as other health resources. It will help Spanish-speaking Americans take control of their health care by connecting them with new information and resources that will help them access quality, affordable health care coverage.
Similar to HealthCare.gov, CuidadoDeSalud.gov offers an insurance finder (Explore Sus Opciones de Cobertura), explains the Affordable Care Act in step-by-step detail (Comprender la Nueva Ley) and offers information for families with children (familias con niños), senior citizens (adultos mayores), people with disabilities (personas con incapacidad) and others. In October, CuidadoDeSalud.gov will include price estimates for health insurance plans.
Said HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, “CuidadoDeSalud.gov will give Latinos across the nation better information about the choices they have, how much they cost, and what they can expect from their doctor--specific to their life situation and local community.”
