COVID-19 Information
Get the Latest COVID-19 Updates
Minnesotans with questions about COVID-19 should refer to the Minnesota Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control for the most current information on the status of the virus in Minnesota.
- Minnesota Department of Health
- State of Minnesota's Coronavirus website
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC): COVID-19 specific resources and emergency preparedness.
Coverage Options through MNsure
Open enrollment for 2022 private coverage ended January 15, but you may qualify to enroll now:
- You may qualify to enroll in private coverage outside open enrollment if you have a life event that qualifies for a special enrollment period.
- You may qualify to enroll year-round if you are a member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe.
- You may qualify for low- or no-cost coverage through MinnesotaCare or Medical Assistance. Enrollment in these programs is open year-round.
Currently enrolled and experience a decrease in income? Update your account.
- Changes in household income can affect your eligibility for coverage or financial assistance. If you don’t report income changes, you could end up with the wrong amount of financial assistance. Report changes in your current income or changes to your projected annual income by calling the MNsure Contact Center.
- See also our income changes FAQ.
Recently lost your employer-sponsored insurance?
- If you have recently lost or will lose insurance through your employer, you may qualify for a special enrollment period to enroll in a plan through MNsure. This special enrollment period is available year-round to qualifying individuals. To enroll, you must contact MNsure and pick a plan within 60 days of losing employer coverage.
- To avoid a gap in coverage, you can contact MNsure up to 60 days in advance of your employer’s plan ending to begin the enrollment process.
MNsure offers comprehensive coverage.
- All plans on MNsure cover comprehensive benefits like doctor’s visits, hospitalizations, prescriptions, mental health services and more.
- COVID-19 coverage for MNsure enrollees: Federal law requires all private health insurance plans sold through MNsure to waive cost sharing for the COVID-19 vaccine and COVID-19 testing and cover at home COVID-19 diagnostic tests authorized, cleared, or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Many plans are also temporarily waiving cost sharing for in-network COVID hospitalization. Contact your insurance company directly for details about these benefits and what is available to you.
Help is available.
- MNsure has a statewide network of expert assisters who can help Minnesotans apply and enroll, free of charge.
- Call our Contact Center at 651-539-2099 (855-366-7873 outside the Twin Cities).
- Use our online help tools to access frequently requested services.
- If you have questions on what your plan covers, or how to use your benefits at this important time, contact your insurance company.
Protect Yourself and Others from COVID-19
- Stay informed: The latest guidance is available from the Minnesota Department of Health.
- Wear a mask in specific settings: There is no longer a statewide requirement to wear face coverings in most settings. However, other federal, state, or local laws may require face coverings in some settings.
- Get tested if you have cold or flu-like symptoms: Find testing locations.
- Get vaccinated: COVID-19 vaccine is one of the best things you can get to prevent getting or spreading COVID-19.