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Medicaid Health Insurance - Buy-In For Workers With Disabilities | Jefferson County Department Of Job And Family Services

125 South 5th Street, Steubenville, OH 43952

- Serves residents of Jefferson County age 16 to 64 who are U.S. citizens or qualified aliens. - Must be determined disabled by the Social Security Administration or by Ohio Medicaid. - Must be employed in paid, taxed work (full- or part-time). - Must meet certain financial criteria (there are a number of deductions, so anyone who may otherwise be eligible is encouraged to apply). - Premiums are required for those with annual gross income greater that 150% of Federal Poverty Level (FPL). - Consumers who must pay premium will be subject to termination from the program if they do not pay the premium for two consecutive months. However, they may re-enroll once all delinquent premiums are paid (as long as they meet all other eligibility).
Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 4:00pm.
(740) 282-0961

Voice - voice | Social Services / Abuse Reporting

(800) 324-8680

Voice - voice | Medicaid Hotline

(844) 640-6446

Voice - voice | To apply for cash, food or Medicaid assistance

https://benefits.ohio.gov

None.

Call or walk in for information and to request an application. Applications may be mailed in. May also submit application by website. Face-to-face interviews will be required for most programs covered under the aged, blind and/or disabled categories.

Application to the program has no fee. Premiums may be charged for the medical coverage.

Jefferson County, Ohio

Description

Provides public health insurance for individuals who have been diagnosed with a disability by Social Security or Medicaid, but are currently able to work. Clients earning over a certain amount may be required to pay a monthly premium.

Providing organization

Jefferson County Department Of Job And Family Services

A local government agency providing public assistance, workforce development, and other social service programs to qualified applicants of Jefferson County, Ohio.