Families USA
Since 1982, Families USA has worked to promote high-quality,
affordable health care for all Americans. http://www.familiesusa.org/
Entire US
AHIP's Guide to Long Term Insurance (posted
3/23/06) America's Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) is a
national association representing nearly 1,300 members
providing health benefits to more than 200 million
Americans. It's mission is to effectively advocate
for a workable legislative and regulatory environment
at the federal and state levels. http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/health/ltc/guide.htm
Entire US
The National Association of State Comprehensive
Health Insurance Plans (NASCHIP)
Information and contacts for state run "high
risk" insurance pools. Please note that so
far only 33 states have these pools available for
individuals who cannot access health insurance through
private insurers. http://www.naschip.org/
Medicare Rights Center
Advocacy site, but provides helpful information
about different aspects of Medicare coverage, including
explanations of plan benefits and updates on policy
changes. http://www.medicarerights.org
Entire US
Insure Kids Now Check eligibility for free or reduced cost health
insurance for your child(ren). http://www.insurekidsnow.gov/
The Georgetown University Health Policy Institute
has written A CONSUMER GUIDE FOR GETTING AND
KEEPING HEALTH INSURANCE for each state and
the District of Columbia – 51 in all. These
Consumer Guides are updated periodically as changes
in federal and state policy warrant. (The Guides
summarize your protections, and may not answer all
of your questions.) http://www.healthinsuranceinfo.net/
Advocating for Chronic Conditions, Entitlements
and Social Services (A.C.C.E.S.S.) Experts in insurance issues such as continuation
of coverage and high risk pools. Downloadable brochure
available. www.accredotx.com/access/access.html
MD
Maryland Health Insurance Plan (MHIP)
MHIP is a state high-risk pool established to provide
health insurance to Maryland residents who cannot
obtain individual health insurance coverage. www.marylandhealthinsuranceplan.state.md.us/
