State guides answer the three intake questions brokers get before income: which exchange platform, whether Medicaid expansion changes the subsidy cliff, and which carriers filed in the state for 2026.
At a glance
- Louisiana uses HealthCare.gov (FFM) for individual market enrollment.
- Medicaid expansion status: expanded.
- CMS lists 0 issuers on file for 2026.
- Sample rating area: New Orleans (70112).
Marketplace snapshot
Figures below come from CMS Marketplace filings for plan year 2026. The sample ZIP is 70112 in New Orleans. Use coverage preview for another rating area, then quote the household when you need APTC and CSR math.
| Field | LA · 2026 |
|---|---|
| Exchange platform | HealthCare.gov (FFM) |
| Medicaid expansion | Expanded |
| Plans in New Orleans (70112) | Not returned yet |
| Premium range (before APTC) | Not returned yet |
| Issuers on file | 0 |
Exchange platform
Louisiana runs on HealthCare.gov (FFM). Confirm SEP and OEP deadlines on the state site when the household is not on the federal HealthCare.gov window.
Medicaid expansion
This state expanded Medicaid under the ACA. Households near 138% FPL may land in Medicaid instead of Marketplace APTC.
Open enrollment
Federal Marketplace OEP runs November 1 through January 15 for plan year 2026. Coverage effective dates follow Healthcare.gov rules for enrollments completed by December 15 and January 15.
Carriers in this state
Issuer rows come from CMS filings. Browse all carriers in LA.
No issuers returned from CMS for LA in 2026. Check the carrier directory after the next CMS refresh.
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