Health Insurance

Public Citizens for Children and Youth (PCCY)
Child Health Watch Helpline- free service to assist in finding health insurance for children, solving problems with existing coverage, or answering questions about public health insurance for children- 215-563-5848, ext 17 - www.pccy.org - Insurance Eligibility Chart
CHOICE Children's Health Line
The Children's Health Line provides assistance to pregnant women and families with children applying for free and low-cost health insurance programs. Health Line counselors also provide information and referrals for children's primary medical care services, including immunizations, and advocate for consumers who experience difficulty navigating the health care system. Call 215-985-3301. - www.choice-phila.org
CHIP (Children's Health Insurance Program)
Free or low cost health insurance for uninsured children under 19- can check eligibility online or call 1-800-986-KIDS - www.chipcoverspakids.com
Healthy Kids Hotline
Provides information about low or no-cost health care services for middle and low-income families including prenatal care, Medicaid, CHIP-managed by The Dept. of Public Welfare - 800-986-KIDS
Listing of Health Centers in Philadelphia
Any resident of Philadelphia can access medical and dental care by calling one of Philadelphia's Health Care Centers. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are accepted as emergencies are presented and time is available. For general information about available services,or to find out where a Health Care Center in your area is located, contact: (215) 685-6790, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm or go to link below. - www.phila.gov/health
COMPASS
COMPASS--Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services--is a web site that allows individuals and community based organizations access to screen for, apply for, and renew a broad range of social programs including Food Stamps, Health Care, Cash Assistance ect.-see what your family is eligible for!! - www.humanservices.state.pa.us/compass/
PA Health Law Project
Dedicated to helping low income individuals gain access to quality health care. They also deal with the medical assistance grievance process, eligibility, and complaints- 437 Chestnut Street, Suite 900- 800-274-3258 - www.phlp.org
Medical Assistance (Access Card)
Medical insurance for welfare recipients as well as many other eligible PA residents- 215-560-2900 or 800-321-4462 Verification procedure to process application: birth certificates, social security cards, proof of income last 30 days, proof of residence (utility bill), ID of person applying, last 3 months of medical bills. - www.phlp.org
Adult Basic
Recognizing the need to provide quality healthcare coverage that is accessible and affordable to the Commonwealth's uninsured adult population, adultBasic was launched in 2002 to cover the basic healthcare needs of Pennsylvanians age 19-64 who have no health insurance and who meet certain eligibility requirements. Call 1-800-GO-BASIC to see if you are eligible or apply online. - www.ins.state.pa.us