Online platform providing health insurance marketplace services for individuals, families, and small businesses.
eHealth, Inc. operates as a pivotal player in the health insurance marketplace within the United States, specializing in consumer engagement, education, and health insurance enrollment solutions. The company is structured into two distinct segments: Medicare, catering to the needs of senior citizens, and Individual, Family, and Small Business, which serves a broader demographic. Through its robust ecommerce platforms, eHealth organizes and presents comprehensive health insurance information in user-friendly formats, empowering individuals, families, and small businesses to research, analyze, compare, and ultimately purchase a diverse range of health insurance plans.
Central to eHealth's business model is its marketplace, offering consumers access to a wide array of insurance products. These include Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, individual and family health insurance, small business health plans, and other ancillary health insurance products sourced from various health insurance carriers. The company leverages a suite of websites including eHealth.com, eHealthInsurance.com, eHealthMedicare.com, Medicare.com, PlanPrescriber.com, and GoMedigap.com, as well as a network of marketing partners to effectively market these health insurance plans.
Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, eHealth, Inc. continues to innovate within the healthcare sector. Beyond its marketplace operations, eHealth licenses its proprietary health insurance ecommerce technology to empower health insurance carriers in marketing and distributing their plans online. Additionally, the company provides online sponsorship, advertising, and lead referral services, reinforcing its position as a leader in the digital transformation of the health insurance industry.