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 and can help you to apply.
| 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 or to apply 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
MOMS: prenatal services, no monthly premiums or co-pays
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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