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Local health insurance enrollees are often frustrated by the fact that their premiums don't immediately drop when their income decreases. Especially when there is a sudden change, such as retirement, closure of a business, or a drop in freelance income, it can be very frustrating if the health insurance premium remains the same. Starting this year, the health insurance premium adjustment application system has been greatly relaxed to reduce this situation. Previously, it was only based on labor income and business income, but now you can apply for a premium reduction even if your interest income, dividend income, pension income, or other income has decreased. Conversely, if you have a sudden increase in income and don't want to pay a large amount all at once, you can pay more in advance to spread the cost of the premium increase. Don't let a change in income go unnoticed, take a moment to check to see if your situation qualifies for a premium adjustment. One small check can make a difference in a year's worth of health insurance premiums.