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Winston County · Mississippi

Self-employed health insurance, local to Winston.

Marketplace plans, supplemental coverage, and ICHRA strategies for Winston County residents — handled by an independent agent.

Residents · Hospitals
17k / 1
Winston County, Mississippi
Reviewed by Carter Bishop
Licensed Insurance Agent · Owner · NPN 21065164
FL License G089818
Line of Authority 2-15 Health
Multistate 40+
NPN 21065164FL 2-15 Health Agent · License G089818Licensed in 40+ statesNIPR Public Lookup
  1. Winston County is home to 17k residents with access to the Mississippi ACA marketplace.

  2. Average APTC subsidy across Mississippi: $592/month, applied at enrollment to lower your premium directly.

  3. 1 CMS-listed acute-care hospitals in Winston County — network participation varies by carrier; we verify before enrollment.

By the numbers

Winston at a glance.

Population, marketplace, and subsidy figures drawn from primary government records.

Winston population
17k
U.S. Census 2024
Median household income
$49,071
U.S. Census ACS 5-year
Avg APTC Mississippi
$592/mo
CMS OEP public-use file
Mississippi marketplace
286k
CMS OEP enrollees
Local providers

Major hospitals in Winston.

Acute-care facilities accepting marketplace plans. Network participation varies by carrier — verify before enrollment.

  1. Acute Care Hospitals001

    Winston Medical Center

    Louisville · Acute Care Hospitals

Source: CMS Care Compare · updated 2026-02-25

Self-employed residents near Louisville, where Winston Medical Center serves the county, often navigate coverage gaps that standard group plans don't address — making ACA marketplace options worth exploring carefully. Winston County sits at a crossroads of several rural neighbors, including Neshoba County and Oktibbeha County, meaning some locals may find provider networks that stretch across county lines. A licensed broker can help you compare available plans based on your specific household income and needs.

Local Context · Winston County
  • 01Which hospitals in Winston County accept ACA marketplace plans?
    Hospital network access depends on the specific carrier and plan, not just the geography. Most acute-care hospitals in Winston County participate in at least one marketplace carrier's network — but the only way to know whether a specific hospital is in-network for a specific plan is to check the carrier's online provider directory or call the hospital's billing office. Before recommending any plan I always verify in-network status for your hospitals and primary-care provider.
  • 02When does ACA Open Enrollment start in Winston County, Mississippi?
    Mississippi uses the federal HealthCare.gov marketplace. Open Enrollment for the next plan year typically runs November 1 through January 15. Outside of Open Enrollment, you can still enroll if you've had a qualifying life event in the last 60 days — losing employer coverage, moving, getting married, having a baby, or losing Medicaid eligibility.
  • 03Do I qualify for a subsidy in Winston County?
    Subsidy eligibility is determined at the household level, not at the county level. The two factors that matter are projected Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI) for the year and household size. The benchmark Silver plan price varies by county — Winston County's benchmark drives the math the marketplace uses. I run actual numbers against your projected income and zip code before recommending anything.
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Bishop Insurance Partners LLC is a licensed insurance agency. We help individuals and families enroll in plans through the Health Insurance Marketplace and other carriers. We do not represent every carrier or every plan available in your area. For a complete list of options, visit HealthCare.gov or your state's marketplace. Information presented is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical, legal, or financial advice.

Carter Bishop · NPN 21065164 · FL 2-15 Health Agent · License G089818 · Licensed in 40+ states · NIPR Public Lookup