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Options of How to Apply for Medical Assistance in Chester County 

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Options of How to Apply for Medical Assistance in Chester County 

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Document that shares the different ways a family can apply for medical assistance including links and contact information as well as copies of the medical assistance applications in several languages.

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https://www.art-reach.org/

Art-Reach is a non-profit organization that creates connections between the disability community and the cultural arts. Through advocacy, trainings, consulting, community partnerships, and programming, Art-Reach strives to build access and equity in the Greater Philadelphia area.

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http://www.phlp.org/

PHLP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit legal services organization that represents Pennsylvanians who need help getting or keeping Medicaid (also known as Medical Assistance or MA).

This website is a great resource for families enrolled in infant/toddler early intervention to learn more about medical assistance, eligibility, guides for children with special needs, and advocacy assistance.

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The mission of the Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP) is protecting and advancing health care rights through free legal services, community education, and systemic advocacy.

PHLP is the only legal aid group in Pennsylvania dedicated to protecting and advancing health care rights. For the past 30 years, PHLP has provided legal counseling and representation to tens of thousands of individuals from across the state, helping them get and keep health care coverage and services. Taking what is learned from individual cases, PHLP advocates for large-scale policy changes that help others across the state, and engages in community education that builds capacity among healthcare consumers, providers, and other advocates.

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The Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides free legal services to individuals seeking to get or keep Medicaid coverage. For more than two decades, we have worked tirelessly to advance the health care rights of our clients.

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Chester County Assistance Office Contact Information-Address, Phone and Fax Information

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Chester County Assistance Office Contact Information-Address, Phone and Fax Information

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Chester County CAO Office-Contact Information

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Use the COMPASS website:

https://www.compass.dhs.pa.gov/home/#/

Flyer that shares how to create a My COMPASS Account, contact information, and an overview of the process/categories of questions asked on the application.

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Paper application that can be used to apply for Medical Assistance.

This additionally shares a review of the types of questions that will be asked when a family applies for medical assistance.

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Application for Medical Assistance-PA 600-HC

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www.enrollnow.net

PA Enrollment Services is here to help you choose the best health plans and doctors for you and your family. This provides information about how to pick your managed care plan when eligible for medical assistance and how you can change to a plan that works best for your child and family.

Call PA Enrollment Services. We can help!

Toll-free number: 1-800-440-3989
TTY: 1-800-618-4225
Hours of operation: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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SSI

Your child may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if your child has a disability and your household meets the financial criteria. Please go to the following https://www.ssa.gov/ssi/text-child-ussi.htm or call 1-888-306-3216 for more information.

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My Compass Guide-How to Attach Scanned Documents After Submitted Application

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My Compass Guide-How to Attach Scanned Documents After Submitted Application

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COMPASS Attach Scanned Documents (ASD)

COMPASS users have the option to scan or attach and submit verification documents both during the initial application submission, and as needed for an ongoing case.

Submitting Verification Documents for your Application

From the Home tab in your My COMPASS Account, select your application and click the STATUS & VERIFICATION button. From there, click the ATTACH or SCAN button. You may be prompted to adjust your browser or control settings before you can use the scan function. To submit one or more verification documents, you must complete the following steps:

To Scan Documents using a scanner:

1. Click ‘Select A Scanner’ a. In the resulting pop-up window, select your scanner

2. Repeat the following steps for each document you wish to scan: a. Verify that the pre-populated e-Form# is correct

b. Select your scanner from the list

c. Click ‘Add’ and select the document from the Document Category Dropdown list

d. Scan the document by selecting ‘Add’

o To Scan a document, place the document in the scanner and click ‘Scan Flat’ to scan in simplex mode or ‘Scan Feeder’ to scan in duplex mode

e. Each page/image captured by the scanner or imported will be added as a page in the middle thumbnail panel

f. Rotate/Delete the document, as needed

3. Click ‘I am Finished’ to upload the document(s)

NOTE: You must click on ‘I am Finished’ to send all documents to the County Assistance Office (CAO).

4. You will be directed to a Scan Confirmation page once documents have been successfully submitted. To scan or upload additional documents, click ‘Attach A File’ or ‘Scan Documents’.

To Upload images using the ‘Attach a File’ button:

1. Select the ‘ATTACH’ button

2. Make sure the e-form # is correct

3. Click ‘Add’ a. In the resulting pop-up window, select the document from the Document Category Dropdown list

4. Select ‘Add’ and choose the correct file

5. Place a check next to the file and select ‘I Am Finished’ to upload the document(s)

NOTE: If you choose to scan documents, you will still have the option to attach a file from the Confirmation Page and vice versa.

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PHLP-PH-95: A Guide to Getting Medical Assistance for a Child With a Disability

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PHLP-PH-95: A Guide to Getting Medical Assistance for a Child With a Disability

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PH-95: A Guide to Getting Medical Assistance for a Child With a Disability

Provided by the Pennsylvania Health Law Project

http://www.phlp.org/

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Pennsylvania Statewide Customer Service Change Center-Reporting change in address, income, employment or health status

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Pennsylvania Statewide Customer Service Change Center-Reporting change in address, income, employment or health status

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Reporting when you family has move, has a new mailing address, change in your employment, etc is required when you or your child is receiving medical assistance to ensure that they are receiving the correct medical assistance benefit.

For DHS programs (such as Medical Assistance, Cash Assistance, SNAP, LIHEAP, and Long-Term Living Services): Report changes online through your My COMPASS Account or call the Statewide Customer Service Center toll free number at 877-395-8930, in Philadelphia call 215-560-7226.

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Children who are eligible for Medical Assistance are automatically eligible for WIC. WIC is a free health and nutrition program administered through Chester County Health Department for children in Chester County.

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Studies show pregnant women who participate in WIC have fewer premature births, fewer low birth-weight babies; experience fewer fetal and infant deaths; seek prenatal care earlier in pregnancy and consume more key nutrients like iron, protein, calcium, and Vitamins A and C.

WIC helps ensure infants' and children's normal growth, reduces levels of anemia, increases immunization rates, improves access to regular health care/social services and improves diets.

Breastfeeding Support

WIC promotes breastfeeding as the optimal infant feeding choice and supports moms along the way. WIC staff educate pregnant women on the benefits of breastfeeding and help them plan for it. Once she starts breastfeeding, WIC breastfeeding staff provide support, answer questions, and some states offer help hotlines.

Nutr​ition

WIC provides nutrition education to participants. Moms meet with a nutritionist or registered dietitian and talk about what she's eating and what her family is eating. Nutrition education may be one-on-one, in group classes, or online and can include learning about:

Healthy eating during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Developing healthy eating habits for kids

Reading food labels when shopping

How to cook healthy, delicious meals

WIC provides a tailored monthly food package. The foods vary depending on the nutrient needs of the mom and her kids during the stages of pregnancy, breastfeeding, infancy and childhood. Only specific healthy foods can be purchased such as whole grains, dairy, fish, peanut butter, beans, and fruits and vegetables. WIC benefits can even be used at farmers' markets in some states.

Connect with Community Resources and Services

WIC serves as a gateway to healthcare and social services and connects families to the resources they need:

Prenatal, obstetric, maternal and pediatric care

Dental care

Smoking cessation, drug and alcohol abuse counseling

Immunizations

Head Start coordination

SNAP

Shopping with eWIC

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PA WIC is funded by USDA. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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Studies show pregnant women who participate in WIC have fewer premature births, fewer low birth-weight babies; experience fewer fetal and infant deaths; seek prenatal care earlier in pregnancy and consume more key nutrients like iron, protein, calcium, and Vitamins A and C.

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HIPP-Medicaid Health Insurance Premium Payment Program

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HIPP-Medicaid Health Insurance Premium Payment Program

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https://www.pa.gov/en/services/dhs/apply-for-medicaid-health-insurance-premium-payment-program-hipp.html

Overview

HIPP is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS).

Through HIPP, the state purchases cost-effective, employer-sponsored health insurance for Medicaid recipients.

Participating in HIPP gives Medicaid recipients more options when it comes to choosing a healthcare provider since some providers do not accept Medicaid payments but do accept private insurance. In addition, if a family is already paying for their benefits through their employers, enrolling in HIPP would mean that they get those benefits reimbursed to them.

Eligibility

Medicaid recipients who are eligible for medical insurance through employment can be referred to HIPP either by calling the HIPP regional office or through their local county assistance office (CAO).

A HIPP team member will conduct a review of the medical insurance that is available through the employer.

If the employer's health insurance is determined to be cost effective, you are required to participate in HIPP as a condition of continued eligibility for Medicaid.

You will still be enrolled in Medicaid, but the employer insurance is used as the primary medical insurance.

For questions or information about HIPP for families in Chester County, contact

Clarks Summit Regional Office

1451 Hillside Drive - Newton Hall
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
1-888-819-9206

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HIPP is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS). Through HIPP, the state purchases cost-effective, employer-sponsored health insurance for Medicaid recipients.

Participating in HIPP gives Medicaid recipients more options when it comes to choosing a healthcare provider since some providers do not accept Medicaid payments but do accept private insurance. In addition, if a family is already paying for their benefits through their employers, enrolling in HIPP would mean that they get those benefits reimbursed to them.

Eligibility

Medicaid recipients who are eligible for medical insurance through employment can be referred to HIPP either by calling the HIPP regional office or through their local county assistance office (CAO). A HIPP team member will conduct a review of the medical insurance that is available through the employer.

If the employer's health insurance is determined to be cost effective, you are required to participate in HIPP as a condition of continued eligibility for Medicaid.

You will still be enrolled in Medicaid, but the employer insurance is used as the primary medical insurance.

For questions or more information, contact your regional HIPP office.

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Apply for Medicaid Health Insurance Premium Payment Program (HIPP)

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HIPP helps families with at least one person enrolled in Medicaid pay for private health insurance offered through an employer.

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Chester County Maternal Child Health Consortium-Family Benefits Program

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Chester County Maternal Child Health Consortium-Family Benefits Program

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Benefits Enrollment Assistance

Applying for public assistance can be a long and challenging process. Our experienced bilingual (English/Spanish) staff team help individuals and families confirm eligibility and complete a new or renewal application for public benefits, including:

Medicaid / Medical Assistance (MA): State and federal program that provides health coverage for income eligible individuals.

Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP): Health insurance for children in families who do not qualify for Medicaid but cannot afford private insurance for services like doctor visits, immunizations, or hospital care.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): Formerly known as food stamps. SNAP provides financial assistance for income eligible individuals to purchase food.

Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC): Food assistance, nutrition information, and breastfeeding support for income eligible pregnant and postpartum individuals.

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF): Also reffered to as Cash Assistance. Financial assistance for income eligible individuals to obtain basic needs items including food, shelter, and utilities.

Emergency Medical Assistance (EMA): Short term financial assistance for income eligible individuals facing unexpected medical expenses or emergency repairs. EMA aims to prevent homelessness and provide relief during urgent situations.

Maternal and Child Health Consortium

Glenloch One

1475 Phoenixville Pike

Suite 12

West Chester, PA 19380

Hours

8:30 am – 4 pm, Monday – Friday

Contact

610-344-5370

mchc@ccmchc.org

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Chester County Infant/Toddler Early Intervention Services provides the administrative oversight and service coordination for all children in Chester County enrolled in the Infant/Toddler Early Intervention program.

Please see the following website for more information: https://www.chesco.org/619/InfantToddlers