View in browser | This newsletter created and distributed by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Need health insurance now? We’ve got you covered. We’ve heard from consumers, many like you, who need health insurance now. We understand having health insurance is important to your health and financial security. That’s why we’re here to help. There’s important information on HealthCare.gov to explain your options for getting coverage right away, outside the Marketplace. But keep in mind that if you buy insurance before the Marketplace opens on October 1, some protections and benefits won’t apply yet. Want more ways to get and share information about the new Health Insurance Marketplace? Connect with us on social media. Signing up for updates directly or joining available social channels from HealthCare.gov is the best way for you to get and share information. Be sure to check out our videos, and tell your friends. Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment starts October 1, 2013 and ends March 31, 2014. Coverage can begin as soon as January 1, 2014.    You're getting this message because you subscribed to get email updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You'll need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please contact support@subscriptions.cms.hhs.gov.