HealthCare.gov shoppers using agents face new code and identity checks
Issue
On October 23, 2026, KFF Health News reported that HealthCare.gov shoppers who use an agent must approve that agent with a one-time code, and higher-risk shoppers must first prove identity. Open enrollment starts November 1 in most states.
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KFF Health News (Julie Appleby; also ran on CBS News), citing a CMS FAQPart of
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FQHC Talent. (2026, October 23). HealthCare.gov shoppers using agents face new code and identity checks. Source: KFF Health News (Julie Appleby; also ran on CBS News), citing a CMS FAQ. Retrieved November 11, 2026, from https://www.fqhctalent.com/intel/kff-health-news-healthcare-gov-agent-authorization-identity-checks-open-enrollment-2027-october-2026