Navigators

Navigators are located across Washington State and are available at no cost to help customers sign up for coverage through Washington Healthplanfinder. Navigators can help customers through the application and enrollment process from start to finish.

Washington Healthplanfinder navigators are trained and certified by the Washington Health Benefit Exchange to:

  • Help individuals and families complete their Washington Healthplanfinder application and enroll in health insurance coverage.
  • Support customers with cultural, linguistic, disability, or other special needs.
  • Explain coverage options and the availability of financial assistance to lower the cost of insurance premiums.

Navigators work through lead organizations throughout the state, which are selected to oversee outreach and enrollment services in a specific geographic area.

Certified Application Counselor

Certified application counselors are similar to navigators and are located mostly in hospitals and clinics. They provide assistance to hospital patients who don't have insurance.

If your organization is interested in offering certified navigator or application counselor assistance, please contact the Washington Health Benefit Exchange at [email protected].

Tribal Assister Program

The tribal assister program helps American Indians and Alaska Natives through the Washington Healthplanfinder application process. Most Washington State tribes have certified tribal assisters to help their tribal members. Most urban Indian health organizations have trained and certified tribal assisters to help community members. If you have questions about the Tribal Assister program, please contact the Washington Health Benefit Exchange at [email protected].