Health Connector Member Renewal Information
Open Enrollment for the 2027 plan year begins October 23. This is earlier than in past years. Now is the time to get ready. Open all messages from the Health Connector, update your account, and send documents you owe.
Preliminary Eligibility: What It Means and What to Do
What is preliminary eligibility?
Preliminary eligibility is an early review of your information before we renew your coverage for 2027.
Each year, the Health Connector checks the details we have on file for you. We do this to make sure your information is correct before your new coverage begins. This review happens before Open Enrollment starts.
Think of it as a preview. It shows you what coverage and financial help you may qualify for next year.
Why you get a preliminary eligibility notice
We mail preliminary eligibility notices to current members mid-August through early September. You can also view your notice by signing into your online account.
Your notice includes:
- Household members listed on your application
- Your current eligibility for this year
- Your expected eligibility for 2027
- Your current income level, shown as a percentage of the federal poverty level (FPL)
- Your expected income level for 2027
- Next steps you may need to take
For some members, eligibility for next year may be different. That’s why it’s important to read your notice closely.
What to do when you get your notice
Follow these steps to review your notice and take action.
1. Read your notice carefully
Check every part of your notice. Review:
- The household members listed
- Your current eligibility
- Your expected eligibility for 2027
- Your income
- The next steps listed for you
Keep your notice handy. It has your member ID and username. You’ll need these if you call us.
2. Check whether anything has changed
Update your application if:
- Your income changed
- You moved
- Your household changed, like getting married, having a baby, or losing coverage
- Your contact information changed
- Anything in your notice is wrong
3. Sign in to your account
Sign in to your current account. Do not create a new one.
Can’t remember your username or password? You can reset them. Using your existing account helps you avoid problems later.
4. Report any changes
Go to Report Changes in your application. Update any information that has changed, such as:
- Income — report any changes to how much you earn or your income sources
- Address or contact information — update your address, phone number, or email
- Household members — add or remove someone due to marriage, a new baby, or other changes
- Other important changes — such as immigration status, tax filing status, or employer insurance details
Find more information about how to get started. If you’re not sure what to update, customer service or a local assister can help.
5. Send any required documents
You may be asked to prove your income or other details. Submit your documents by their due date to make sure what you qualify for is accurate and potentially avoid gaps in your coverage.
You can upload documents online. You can also get free help sending them in.
6. Keep paying your monthly premiums
If you don’t have any changes, remember to keep paying your premiums by the 23rd of each month.
7. Check for your 2027 final eligibility notice starting in early October
Starting mid-October through early November, members will start receiving their final eligibility and renewal notice. This notice confirms:
- Your health plan name
- Your monthly premium
- Any financial help you qualify for
8. Shop or change plans during Open Enrollment, October 23, 2026, through January 23, 2027.
Open Enrollment begins October 23. This is earlier than in past years. This is your chance to compare plans and switch if you want a different option for 2027.
Important Dates and Deadlines
The 2027 Open Enrollment period is October 23, 2026 through January 23, 2027.
If you need coverage before January 1, 2027, you can enroll any time of the year if you are eligible for certain programs or experience a qualifying life event. Learn more now →
- October 23, 2026: Open Enrollment begins
- November 23, 2026: Last day for people who have a special enrollment period to shop and enroll in health insurance, dental insurance, or both, that starts December 1, 2025
- December 23, 2026: Open Enrollment ends. Last day to shop and enroll in health insurance, dental insurance, or both, that starts January 1, 2026
- January 1, 2027: The 2027 plan year begins
- January 23, 2027: Open Enrollment ends. This is the last day to enroll in or change health plans that start February 1, 2027.
Report Changes
You can update your application information online at anytime by signing into your account. Here’s a list of the application information you can update:
Updates you can’t make online
Some updates you can’t make yourself online and you will need to call customer service to make. These are:
How to update your information, step-by-step:
Step 1: Sign into your account and go to your Applications page. You will see “Year 2027” and “Year 2026” applications listed.

Step 2: On the Applications page, click “Edit Application” button.
Step 4: On the next page, you will be able to choose the change (or changes) you need to report. Then, click the “Report Changes” button to make your updates.

How to Send Your Verification Documents
Why you need to send verification documents
After you apply, we may ask you to send documents that prove the information on your application. We do this when we can’t confirm your details through official databases.
Sending your documents helps make sure you:
- Get the right type of coverage
- Receive the right amount of financial help
- Avoid problems with your enrollment
Send your documents as soon as you can. You usually have 90 days to send your documents. If you miss the deadline, you risk losing your coverage or financial help.
How to find out which documents to send
Sign in to your account. On your Dashboard, you can find information about documents (proof) you owe. You can also go to Documents in the menu to both find out what you may owe and upload them.
Don’t have an online account? Call customer service and we can help.
Check your mail
Each household member will also get a letter in the mail listing the required documents. You may get letters from both the Health Connector and MassHealth. Both are valid. Respond to each one.
Ways to send your documents
Pick the option that works best for you.
- Online
Upload documents through your account. This is the fastest option. - Mail
Send copies to:
Health Connector Processing Center
P.O. Box 4404
Taunton, MA 02780
- Fax
Fax copies to 857-323-8300.
This fax is for eligibility verification documents only. - In personVisit a MassHealth Enrollment Center or get free help from Local Navigators and Certified Application Counselors near you.
Tips for sending documents correctly
Follow these steps to avoid delays.
- Send copies only. Do not send original documents.
- Write your name and member ID on each document you send.
- If you are mailing your documents, include a copy of the request letter you received in the mail.
- Send clear copies. We can’t use documents that are hard to read.
What happens after you send your documents
We’ll review your documents and send you a notice if we need more information. Processing can take several weeks.
While you wait, keep paying your monthly premium on time, if you have one, to stay covered.
For more details on acceptable documents and how to send them, visit our verification documents page.
Received a warning letter? If you missed the 90-day deadline, we’re here to help. You usually have 30 days from the date of your warning letter to send your documents before your coverage is at risk. Send them as soon as you can.
Need help? It’s free.
Help is free, and it’s available across Massachusetts.
Call customer service if you have questions about your notice.
- Phone: 1-877-MA-ENROLL (1-877-623-6765)
- TTY: 711 for people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech disabled
We offer extended hours during Open Enrollment. Check our website for current call center hours.
Get free help from a local assister
Local Navigators and Certified Application Counselors can help you:
- Understand your eligibility
- Update your application
- Submit documents
- Make a payment
Help is available in many languages. You can get help in person, by phone, or by video call.
To find help near you, visit our website and enter your ZIP code.

