The Corner Helps You Apply for Health Insurance
Why do I need insurance?
What if you are badly hurt in a car accident?
What if you get very sick and need to go to the hospital? Can you afford the cost of care?
What is the cost?
For many low-income people, health insurance is free or $10 each month for a family.
How can I get health insurance?
You need to meet income guidelines to qualify for free or low cost health insurance. The Corner will help you find out if you are eligible.
| What does insurance cover? |
| Medical visits |
X-rays |
| Birth control |
ER visits |
| Emergency contraception (ECP) |
Hospital services |
| Prescriptions |
Dental care |
| Labs |
Eye exams & glasses |
To apply for some of the plans, you need your:
- birth certificate (only if you were born outside of Michigan)
- photo ID, such as driver’s license, school or state ID
- proof of income, such as a pay stub
For more information on and an application for the following insurance plans go to:
http://www.healthcare4mi.com
Medicaid/Healthy Kids: for families
Medicaid Q: for 19 and 20 year olds
MiChild: for families and children under 19
Plan First: for women under 45
For more information on Washtenaw Health Plan for people over 21 go to:
http://www.ewashtenaw.org/government/departments/public_health/whp
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