Dear dkcrn,
If you are concerned about pre-existing conditions, contact your former employer & ask them to enroll you in COBRA retroactive to 2/12, as soon as possible. Keep in mind if you do that you would have to pay for COBRA retroactive to 2/12. Your employer is responsible to inform your insurance carrier about your COBRA eligibility. Meanwhile visit www.ehealthinsurance.com for free quotes & contact a licensed broker/agent (like eHealthInsurance) to find out how your pre-existing conditions may play a part in you qualifying for individual health insurance.
Sincerely,
Amir
Thanks for the advice
dkcrn