Health Insurance

Fran Majidi

Find out about health insurance options like Medicare and Medicaid to assist with covering medical costs.

How to Get Health Insurance

Find out more about COBRA, long-term care, the Affordable Care Act, and health care for the disabled. Additionally, you may find out where to look and how to apply for health insurance.

Act on Health Insurance

To learn more about the Affordable Care Act and how to apply via the Health Insurance Marketplace, visit HealthCare.gov.

In response to the coronavirus pandemic, you may be eligible to apply for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace between February 15 and May 15, 2021, during the special enrollment period.

Health Insurance Plans

You may receive assistance in paying for prescription drugs and medical services from your health insurance. You and your insurance provider agree to split the cost of your medical care as a certain amount or percentage.

Individuals with disabilities can obtain insurance and health resources. Learn more about health insurance and resources connected to disabilities.

If you are disabled, you have three options for government-sponsored health insurance.

Medicaid offers low-cost or free medical care to people with disabilities. Find out who can apply and under what circumstances.

Medicare pays for medical costs for anyone under 65 with certain disabilities and people of any age with end-stage renal illness. (permanent renal failure necessitating kidney transplantation or dialysis). Learn about eligibility, coverage, and the application process.

Thanks to the Affordable Care Act Marketplace, people with disabilities who want health insurance but are not eligible for disability benefits now have more options. Discover how to use your coverage, enroll in the Marketplace, and more.

Resources for Health Concerning People with Disabilities

Federal, state, and local government programs and agencies can help you with your healthcare requirements if you have a disability.

For information, programs, tips on leading a healthy lifestyle, and more, visit the Disability and Health section of CDC.gov.

Find out more about benefits for individuals with disabilities from the Social Security Administration.

Speak with your county or municipal government to learn what health and medical services are available in your area for people with disabilities. Get in touch with the social welfare organization in your state to learn about medical and health programs.

Extended-Duration Care

The term "long-term care" (LTC) describes a variety of non-medical and medical services given to those with chronic illnesses or impairments.

Medicare and most other health insurance plans severely limit or do not provide coverage for long-term care. If you desire coverage, you could need a different long-term care insurance policy. The following questions can be used to analyze long-term care insurance policies.