Can you get government health benefits?
This is a free, confidential tool that helps you find government benefits you may be eligible to receive.
By: U.S. Government
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Could my family get public health insurance?
If you do not have insurance, or you have lost your insurance, always check to see whether you or your family may be eligible for one of the public insurance programs. Check out this information to see if you qualify.
By: National Health Law Program - HealthCareCoach.com
Can you get government social security benefits?
This Web site will tell you if you can get benefits from any of the programs Social Security runs: Medicare, Social Security Disability, Social Security Retirement, Social Security Survivors, Special Veterans, or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
By: Social Security Administration
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What is Available Besides Public and Private Insurance?
Information on where to look for health care if you do not qualify for public insurance, and cannot afford private insurance.
By: National Health Law Program - HealthCareCoach.com
High Risk Pools: When You are Considered a High Risk
If you or a family member have a pre-existing illness or require special medical care and have been unable to get health insurance, a high risk pool may be a good option for you.
By: National Health Law Program - HealthCareCoach.com
Find free or low cost health and dental care
Find Community Health Centers, Health Care for the Homeless, Migrant Health Centers and others in your area.
By: Department of Health & Human Services
Free clinics and health centers
Here you can find the free clinics and health centers closest to you.
By: Free Clinic Foundation of America
Community clinics and health centers
This Web site lists county health departments and facilities.
By: Actor's Fund
Free hospital and nursing home care
Many health facilities must give health care to some people who cannot afford to pay. Here is how it works.
By: Department of Health and Human Services
Hill-Burton free medical care program
Find the location of the Hill Burton Facility closest to you.
By: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Dental school training programs
For information about reduced-cost dental care, contact your local dental school. Dental schools often have clinics that allow dental students to gain experience treating patients while providing care at low or no cost. Experienced, licensed dentists supervise the students.
By: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
Clinical trials list
This is a listing of industry clinical trials that are actively recruiting patients. You could get care or medication through these trials. Use the listing to search for clinical trials by therapeutic area and geographic region.
By: Thomson CenterWatch Clinical Trials Listing Service
What if I am turned down for insurance?
What steps to take if you have been turned down for insurance.
By: National Health Law Program - HealthCareCoach.com
What if my insurance is terminated?
What steps to take if your insurance has been stopped.
By: National Health Law Program - HealthCareCoach.com
Information for uninsured persons
If you have lost or are about to lose coverage under a group health plan, you may be able to continue coverage under that plan.
By: U.S. Department of Labor
Pension and health care coverage: Answers for dislocated workers
Information about your health and pension benefits if you lose your job or your hours are reduced below full-time.
By: U.S. Department of Labor