Privacy Consent
Agents and brokers are now required to obtain the consent of the consumer prior to assisting with enrollment through the Federal Marketplace (Healthcare.gov) and assisting in applying for advance premium tax credits. Per C.M.S. federal law [45 CFR 155.220(j)(2)(iii)] related to the Affordable Care Act, this privacy consent shall serve as your official notice that William A. Steffen of Steffen Financial Inc will be requesting sensitive and personal information in order to assist in determining your eligibility for health insurance coverage through the Federal Health Insurance Marketplace.
Information collected includes but is not limited to:
- Legal name of all proposed applicants
- Pimary residential address (county and state)
- Dates of birth
- Legal residency status
- Income data from U.S. tax return and other sources
- Employment type and name of employer
- Current insurance coverage status
- Social Security Number and other related personal identifying numbers
- Proof of citizenship and other residency documents
- Prior and current incarceration status
- Marital status
- Tobacco status
- Bank or credit card information for premium payments
- Pre-existing medical conditions and medications
Additional information may be requested in order to determine eligibility for health insurance via the exchanges. All information provided will remain private, secured and not shared with third party vendors unless necessary for Marketplace enrollment.
When you initiate contact with Steffen Financial Inc, it is implied that you understand, consent and agree to immediately release any personal information required for the sole purpose of providing the best advice and enrolling in health insurance and other health related products. There is no expiration date for this consent unless revoked by the customer.