News Release

For Immediate Release Date:

6408

Contact: Liz Martin

December 12, 2013 Phone: (315) 671-

NY State of Health enrollment deadline nears

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Please note that deadlines referenced in this release refer to individuals who buy insurance directly from the NY State of Health marketplace. If you have health insurance coverage through an employer these deadlines do not apply.

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