Q: I smoke, but I eventually want to quit. What should I think about when choosing a health insurance plan?
A: There are several things for current and potential "quitters" to consider when choosing a health insurance plan. Below is a list a people who smoke should ask when choosing a health plan.
Please note that ACA-noncompliant "junk" plans are not required to cover tobacco cessation treatment. If you want to quit, a "junk" plan might not be the best plan for you.
Need more help?
If you are buying health insurance through a state health insurance marketplace, visit Lung.org/openenrollment and read our FAQs for lung disease patients.
Visit HealthCare.gov for more information about health insurance options.
Page last updated: October 8, 2024