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Application for Children's Medical Benefits
(Separate Website)
Application form for persons under the age of 19 who want medical benefits.
Charity Care: Medical Coverage for Hospital-Based Medical Services
This publication is intended to answer common questions about the medical coverage program called "Charity Care"; the legal authority for this program is set forth in R.C.W. Ch. 70.170 and WAC Ch. 246-453 which should be available in your local library or on the internet. For information on other programs of medical coverage that may be available to low-income persons in the state of Washington see our publication How Can I Get Medical Coverage or Help with Medical Bills?
By: Northwest Justice Project
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DSHS Medical Programs for Kids
Medical programs in Washington provide full medical and dental coverage for children whose families have incomes up to 250% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Read this publication to find out who qualifies.
By: Northwest Justice Project
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Guide to Finding Health Insurance Coverage
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If you are looking for medical coverage, this guide can help point the way.
By: Let's Get America Covered
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How Can I Get Medical Coverage or Help With Medical Bills?
This publication explains what types of health care coverage are offered by the state for those in need.
By: Northwest Justice Project
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How to Present a Charity Care Defense to a Lawsuit for Hospital Debt Collection
This packet is intended to help you when you are being sued for hospital-based medical services which you would not owe if the hospital had correctly determined your eligibility for Charity Care.
By: Northwest Justice Project
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Medicaid for Adults 65 and Older or Disabled Who Don't Get SSI
The Medically-Needy (MN) program helps pay medical expenses for certain people who are 65 or older, and for certain younger disabled people. It's a program for people who don't get Medicaid coverage that comes with a cash grant from Supplemental Security Income (SSI), General Assistance, or another public assistance program.
By: Columbia Legal Services
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ParentHelp123.org Benefit Finder
(Separate Website)
Using the Benefit Finder, families can learn if they may be eligible for free and low-cost health insurance and food assistance, and then complete their program applications on-line!
By: WithinReach
Questions and Answers on Medicaid for Nursing Home Residents
Medicaid is a government program that pays for medical services including nursing home care. It is administered by DSHS -- the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.
To receive Medicaid payment for nursing home care, you must meet the financial eligibility requirements described in this publication. Also, you must need the care provided in a nursing home.
By: Columbia Legal Services
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Questions and Answers on the COPES Program
COPES is a program that pays for personal care and other services for people in their own homes. COPES also pays for care in adult family homes, adult residential care facilities, and assisted living facilities. It is designed to help people who, without COPES, would need to be in nursing homes.
By: Columbia Legal Services
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The Medicine Program: When You Can't Afford Your Medicine
(Separate Website)
If you qualify, this program will help you obtain prescription medicine at no cost.
By: The Medicine Program
Washington Basic Health Plan
(Separate Website)
Information on how to apply for the Basic Health plan, the waiting list, and how much it will cost if and when you qualify.
By: Washington State Health Care Authority
What is the Alien Emergency Medical Program?
If you have a medical emergency, the federally funded Alien Emergency Medical (AEM) may be available to pay for services necessary to pay for that emergency.
By: Northwest Justice Project
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