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Adults and families may be able to get low or no-cost health insurance through the following medical programs:
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Washington Health Plan.
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Medicaid.
- Medicaid - Family Planning Only "Take Charge".
- One of Washington’s other medical programs.
Washington Health Plan
You and your family, as Washington residents, may qualify for the Washington Health Program. This unique program offers either $75,000 or $100,000 in health insurance coverage every year. Members maintain low deductibles and, at times, no-cost coverage for basic health services. This provides coverage for those unexpected trips to the hospital. In most cases, $75,000 or $100,000 is plenty of coverage throughout the year. Visit the Washington Health Plan to find out if you qualify.
Medicaid
Medicaid provides no-cost health insurance for eligible children, pregnant women, low-income families, elderly, and blind or disabled individuals. Medicaid has two programs - Family Medical and Family Planning Only (“Take Charge”).
Family Medical
- Find out if you qualify
You must be very low income and have a child or dependent to receive Family Medical benefits. Visit the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Web site to find out if you are eligible.
- Apply for benefits
You can apply online, download an application form (available in many languages) or pick up an application at one of the following locations:
- Choose a plan
Medicaid requires enrollment in "Healthy Options" managed care, which allows you to choose your plan and physician. In Clark County, the plans are Columbia United Providers, Community Health Plan of Washington, J Molina, and Kaiser Permanente.
- Get help filling out your application
If you have questions about your application call:- DSHS Columbia River CSO - toll free at (877) 980-9180.
- Public Health - (360) 397-8214.
Family Planning Only ("Take Charge"):
The Family Planning Program assists low income women and men avoid an unintended pregnancy by offering birth control methods, medical exams, and counseling services related to decisions about when or if to have children.
- Find out if you qualify
Find your income and family size on the following chart. If your monthly income is below or near the amount on the following chart, you may be able to get Family Planning Only services.
Household size |
Approximate income per month |
1 in family |
$1,805 |
2 |
$2,429 |
3 |
$3,052 |
4 |
$3,675 |
5 |
$4,299 |
More than 5 |
Add $624 for each additional family member |
Income levels valid through March 2010 |
- Apply for benefits
To apply for Family Planning Only “Take Charge” call or visit one of the following clinics:
Other low-cost resources programs
Washington State has additional medical programs for refugees and non-US citizens, medical needy, long-term care, Medicare cost sharing, general assistance, and workers with disabilities. You can find out if you are eligible for a medical program online or by calling DSHS Customer Service Center toll free at (877) 980-9180.
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