PLEASE NOTE!
This page is primarily concerning low-cost insurance sources BUT you'll notice that I also included below some
other free programs that can help you as well!
low-cost medical care.
For Cancer Financial Resources, please go to Financial Resources and from there you can reach the Cancer Financial Resources!
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has a website with a map of the states that can direct people to agencies, including state insurance departments and local non-profits, that can help people find health coverage, coverage, file appeals, and earn about other health-care issues.
Millions of low-income children are eligible for health care coverage under the State Children's Health Insurance Program bill. Every state has a health insurance program for infants, children and teens in working families. For
little or no cost, this insurance pays for: Doctor visits, medicines, hospitalizations, dental care, and many other services. Kids who do not have health insurance are likely to be eligible, even if their parents are working. The
states have different eligibility rules.
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In most states, uninsured children 18 and younger are eligible if they're part of a family of four that earns less than $44,100 a year. In some states, the family's income can be even higher. To learn more, call 1-877-KIDS-NOW (543-7669) or visit https://www.insurekidsnow.gov
If you have questions about insurance you bought for yourself and/or your family or you have insurance provided
by an employer who does business only in MI, contact:
Michigan Division of Insurance
611 W Ottawa 3rd Floor
Lansing, MI 48933-1070
Phone: 877-999-6442
If you have a hard time affording health coverage and you have questions about eligibility for Medicaid or about current Medicaid benefits, go to:
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
235 S. Grand Ave. P.O. Box 30037
Lansing, MI 48909
You may apply in person at the County Offices of the Department of Health and Human Services, federally
qualified rural health centers, and at most hospitals. If you need help, please call 855-275-6424
If you are not eligible for Medicaid, your child may still be eligible for the Children’s Health Insurance Program.
For questions about eligibility or benefits, go to: Healthy Kids. Call to speak with an enrollment counselor
GOOD TO KNOW!
This website already posts all the federal FREE or low-cost medical & dental centers on this site!
Hill-Burton Free Medical Care Program / Health Resources and Services Administration
Dept. of Health & Human Services
Division of Facilities Compliance and Recovery
5600 Fishers Lane Room 10C-16
Rockville, MD 20857
Phone: 800-638-0742
Hill-Burton Free or Reduced-Cost Care
1. You are eligible to apply for Hill-Burton free care if your income is at or below the current Federal Poverty Guidelines.
2. You may be eligible for Hill-Burton reduced-cost care if your income is as much as two times (triple for nursing home care) the HHS Poverty Guidelines.
3. Facilities may require you to provide documentation that verifies your eligibility, such as proof of income.
4. Care at Hill-Burton obligated facilities is not automatically free or reduced-cost. You must apply at the
admissions or business office at an obligated facility and be found eligible to receive free or reduced-cost
care. You may apply before or after you receive care — you may even apply after a bill has been sent to a collection agency.
5. Only facility costs are covered, not your private doctors' bills.
Can you file a complaint?
You may file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe you have been unfairly denied Hill-Burton free or reduced-cost care.
Send complaints to:
Director / Division of Poison Control and Healthcare Facilities
5600 Fishers Lane Room 8W
Rockville, MD 20857
United Health Care Grants
Mailing Address:
UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation
MN017-W400
PO Box 41
Minneapolis, MN 55440-0041
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Overnight Mailing Address:
UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation
9700 Health Care Lane
MN017-W400
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Phone: 855-MY-UHCCF 1-855-698-4223
Our Mission
UHCCF’s mission is to significantly enhance the clinical condition or quality of life of children covered under
a commercial health insurance plan and are 16 years old or younger living in the U.S.
GOOD DAYS (formerly The Chronic Disease Fund)
2611 Internet Blvd. Suite 105
Frisco, TX 75034
Phone: 972-608-7141 877-968- 7233
Website: https://www.mygooddays.org
- Diagnostic Testing Assistance
STATE RESOURCES:
HEALTHY MICHIGAN PLAN
Phone: 855-789-5610
Looking for health care coverage that works for your health and your budget? There's an option to help working people like you get healthy — at a cost that works in your budget. It's the Healthy Michigan Plan. We understand
you shouldn't have to choose between taking care of your health and taking care of your bills. That's why the Healthy Michigan Plan makes health care benefits available to individuals at a low cost. Learn more to see if the Healthy Michigan Plan is for you and find out if you may be eligible.
Healthy Kids/Medicaid
Phone: 888-988-6300
For Michigan residents, a program for pregnant women, babies and children under 19. Covers women during pregnancy and the first two months after pregnancy ends. Babies may be eligible for up to one year after birth and children may be covered up to age 19. Also includes transportation to doctor's visits.
You get:
1. Health insurance at no cost to you.
2. Medical services, dental care and prescription drugs at no cost to you.
3. You need your Social Security number.
4. You don't need proof of income.
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MI Child
For Michigan residents under 19 years old.
METRO DETROIT & WAYNE COUNTY:
Wayne County HEALTHCHOICE Program / HealthChoice of Michigan
500 Griswold 15th Floor South
Detroit, MI 48226
Phone: 800-WELL NOW
Over the past 25 years, HealthChoice of Michigan has developed a number of programs customized to the health
care needs of Wayne County residents and businesses. Health Choice currently provides the following quality & affordable programs listed below:
1. Small Business - A health coverage program for owners of small businesses, their employees and dependents.
2. Welcome Dental - A stand-alone dental coverage program for individuals and families.
3. Senior Dental - A stand-alone dental coverage program for individuals age 50 and older.
4. Senior Prescription Savings Program - A prescription savings programs for individuals age 55 and older.
5. Senior Vision Program - A stand alone vision coverage program for individuals 55 and older.
Our careful screening of providers and enhanced operating procedures mean our members have access to the
area's best hospitals and doctors. Our extremely responsive customer service team stands ready to help when needed. Our wide array of health care benefits are offered at surprisingly affordable rates.
LENAWEE COUNTY
Lenawee County Health Department
1040 S. Winter Suite 2328
Adrian, MI 49221
Phone: 517-264-5226
Lenawee County Health Plan
Administrator's Office
301 N. Main
Old Courthouse 2nd floor
Adrian, MI 49221
Health Insurance, Wellness Program & Vision Insurance:
Health Insurance is available to eligible Lenawee County employees. Please refer to the Non-Union Personnel Handbook or applicable labor agreement for eligibility details.
MACOMB COUNTY
Macomb Health Plan
18 Market
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Phone: 586-783-2222
MONROE COUNTY
Monroe County Health Department
2353 S. Custer
Monroe, MI 48161
Phone: 734-240-7800
OAKLAND COUNTY
Oakland County Health Department
1200 N. Telegraph
Pontiac, MI 48341
Phone: 248-858-1280
Health Care Coverage for People Impacted by Flint
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
2700 Hamlin Blvd.
Inkster, MI 48141
Phone: 855-789-5610
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services provides complete health care covering for children
aged 21 and under and pregnant women affected by Flint water with incomes 400% and less of the federal pov-
erty level.
If you or your children are eligible, this coverage includes:
- Doctor visits for things like check-ups, back to school physicals and shots
- Dental visits
- Vision care
- Nutrition counseling
- Behavioral health services
- Many other health care services
Eligibility:
- This program helps people with income at or below 400% of federal poverty guidelines.
- This program helps children age 21 and under and pregnant women affected by Flint water.
WASHTENAW COUNTY
Washtenaw County Health Department
555 Towner
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Phone: 734-544-6700
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Environmental Health
705 N Zeeb
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone: 734-222-3800
Washtenaw Health Plan (WHP)
Phone: 734-544-3030
WHP is a health coverage program for low-income Washtenaw County residents who don't have access
to affordable health insurance. WHP helps people get the health care services they need. WHP is NOT
insurance.
Member Information
The Washtenaw Health Plan provides medically necessary health coverage and limited prescription
coverage for members enrolled in WHP Plan B.
Services for WHP Plan B include:
- Outpatient lab and x-ray tests
- Prescriptions if on the list of covered drugs
- Limited mental health services
- Hospitalization at the University of Michigan Hospital or St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Washtenaw County
- ER visits for true emergencies
There is no cost for WHP membership. Only for low-income individuals who are not eligible for any other health coverage.
