Medicaid Health Insurance - Buy-In For Workers With Disabilities | Tuscarawas County Job And Family Services
Provides public health insurance for individuals who have been determined to be disabled 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.
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Physical Address
389 16th Street Southwest, New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Hours
Same as site hours.
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Application process
The application process may be started online through the Ohio Benefits self-service portal at https://Benefits.ohio.gov, over the phone through the Ohio Benefits Hotline, or in person. Arrangements will then be made with agency to complete application.
Fee
Application to the program is free. Premiums may be charged for the medical coverage.
Eligibility
- Serves residents of Tuscarawas County age 16 to 64 who are United States 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. - Consumers who must pay premium will be subject to termination from the program if they do not pay the premium for two (2) consecutive months. However, they may re-enroll once all delinquent premiums are paid (as long as they meet all other eligibility).
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Service area
Tuscarawas County, Ohio
Agency info
Tuscarawas County Job And Family Services
A local government agency providing public assistance, workforce development, and other social service programs to qualified applicants of Tuscarawas County, Ohio.