Legal information available to the general public on a wide variety of issues.
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Community clinics and health centers
(Separate Website)
This Web site lists county health departments and facilities.
By: Actor's Fund
Could my family get public health insurance?
(Separate Website)
If you don't have insurance, or you've 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
Find free or low cost health and dental care
(Separate Website)
Find Community Health Centers, Health Care for the Homeless, Migrant Health Centers and others in your area.
By: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Health Resources & Services Administration
Getting the best out of managed care
(Separate Website)
This fact sheet will help you understand how managed care works and how to choose the best health plan.
By: National Health Law Program
Handling disputes with your employer or private health plan
(Separate Website)
This guide will help you through your employer or private health plan's internal review procedure and any external review program your state may have. The guide is not for people who have Medicare or Medicaid coverage.
By: Kaiser Family Foundation
Healthcare Reform Legislation - What it means for me.
Congress recently passed sweeping health care reform legislation. Here are some general highlights of the new health care reform legislation that may be very helpful to you.
By: Florida Legal Services, Inc.
High risk pools: when you are considered a high risk
(Separate Website)
If you or a family member have a pre-existing illness or need 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
How do I file a grievance in my health plan?
(Separate Website)
Has your health plan denied coverage for a service that you need? Here is some information on how to file a grievance and increase your chances of winning.
By: National Health Law Program - HealthCareCoach.com
How to use your managed care plan
(Separate Website)
Answers for families with children.
By: American Academy of Pediatrics
Information for uninsured people
(Separate Website)
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
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