Health Insurance Plans in Summit County, Ohio
Compare ACA marketplace plans, short-term coverage, dental, vision, and ancillary products available to residents of Summit County. County seat: Akron. Get a free quote from a licensed advisor.
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Health Insurance in Summit County at a Glance
Key coverage details for Summit County, Ohio.
ZIP Codes in Summit County
We cover health insurance information for these Summit County ZIP codes:
ACA Marketplace Plans in Summit County
ACA plans offer comprehensive coverage with protections for pre-existing conditions and potential subsidies.
How the Marketplace Works in Summit County
Residents of Summit County enroll through Federal (HealthCare.gov). Plans are available in four metal tiers — Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum — each with different premium and out-of-pocket cost structures.
- No denial for pre-existing conditions
- 10 essential health benefits covered by law
- Subsidies available based on income
- Children covered up to age 26 on a parent's plan
- Free preventive care (screenings, vaccines, wellness visits)
Top Carriers in Summit County
These insurance companies offer ACA marketplace plans in Summit County:
- Ambetter
- CareSource
- Anthem
- Molina Healthcare
- Oscar Health
- SummaCare
- Antidote Health
- Cigna Healthcare
- UnitedHealthcare
Carrier availability varies by city and ZIP code. A licensed advisor can tell you exactly which plans are available in your area.
Medicaid in Summit County
Ohio has expanded Medicaid under the ACA.
Residents of Summit County may qualify for Medicaid if they meet income requirements. Ohio expanded Medicaid under the ACA, providing coverage to adults with incomes up to 138% of the Federal Poverty Level.
Check Your Eligibility →Short-Term Health Insurance in Summit County
Need coverage fast? Short-term plans can start in as little as 24 hours.
Short-Term Plan Rules in Ohio
- Maximum duration: 12 months, renewable up to 36 months
- Coverage can begin within 24–72 hours of enrollment
- Lower premiums than ACA plans (but fewer benefits)
- Best for: between jobs, waiting for employer coverage, aging off a parent's plan
Short-term plans are not ACA-compliant — they do not cover pre-existing conditions and may have limited benefits. But for healthy individuals in Summit County who need temporary protection, they offer an affordable safety net.
Learn More About Short-Term Plans →Who Should Consider Short-Term in Summit County?
- Recently lost employer-sponsored coverage
- Waiting for new job benefits to start
- Recent college graduates
- Early retirees not yet eligible for Medicare
- Missed ACA Open Enrollment
Major Hospitals in Summit County
Access quality healthcare at these facilities in the county.
Akron General
Summit County, OH
Cities in Summit County County
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Ancillary Plans in Summit County
Fill the gaps in your health coverage with affordable supplemental plans.
Dental Insurance
Preventive cleanings, fillings, crowns, and more. PPO and HMO options available.
Learn More →Hospital Indemnity
Get paid a fixed cash benefit for every day you spend in the hospital.
Learn More →Critical Illness
Lump-sum cash payment upon diagnosis of cancer, heart attack, stroke, or other covered conditions.
Learn More →Accident Insurance
Cash benefits for ER visits, fractures, dislocations, and other covered injuries.
Learn More →Travel Insurance
Trip cancellation, emergency medical care abroad, and evacuation coverage.
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