Health Insurance

Find more about Medicaid and Medicare, two health insurance programs that can help with medical bill payment.

How to Get Health Insurance

Find out more about COBRA, long-term care, the Affordable Care Act, and health care for the disabled. Additionally, you may find out where to look and how to apply for health insurance.

Act on Health Insurance

To learn more about the Affordable Care Act and how to apply via the Health Insurance Marketplace, visit HealthCare.gov.

In response to the coronavirus pandemic, you may be eligible to apply for coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace between February 15 and May 15, 2021, during the special enrollment period.

Health Insurance Plans

You may receive assistance in paying for prescription drugs and medical services from your health insurance. You and your insurance provider agree to split the cost of your medical care as a certain amount or percentage.

Individuals with disabilities can obtain insurance and health resources. Learn more about health insurance and resources connected to disabilities.

If you are disabled, you can get government-sponsored health insurance through three different ways.

Medicaid offers low-cost or free medical care to people with disabilities. Find out who can apply and under what circumstances.

Medicare covers medical costs for anyone under 65 with certain disabilities and people of any age with end-stage renal sickness (permanent kidney failure needing dialysis or a kidney transplant). Learn about eligibility, coverage, and the application process.

Thanks to the Affordable Care Act Marketplace, people with disabilities who want health insurance but are not eligible for disability benefits now have more options. Discover how to use your coverage, enroll in the Marketplace, and more.

Resources on Health for Individuals with Disabilities

Federal, state, and local government programs and agencies can help you with your healthcare requirements if you have a disability.

For information, programs, tips on leading a healthy lifestyle, and more, visit the Disability and Health section of CDC.gov.

The Social Security Administration has more information about benefits for people with disabilities.

Speak with your county or municipal government to learn what health and medical services are available in your area for people with disabilities. Get in touch with the social welfare organization in your state to learn about health and medical programs.

Extended-Duration Care

The term "long-term care" (LTC) describes a variety of non-medical and medical services given to those with chronic illnesses or impairments.

Medicare and most other health insurance plans severely limit or do not provide coverage for long-term care. If you desire coverage, you could need a different long-term care insurance policy. The following questions can be used to analyze long-term care insurance plans.