It is time for a Week in Review for the Insurance Blog. This is a great way to “ketchup” on whatever blogs you might have missed. This time, I have information about the Medicaid program in three states, details on Paul Ryan’s harmful plan, and more. These blogs went up between August 26, 2012, and September 1, 2012.
Information About Medicaid in Iowa
This week, I continued my series about the Medicaid programs in different states. Here is some information about Medicaid in Iowa.
Missouri Has a Medicaid Program With Many Divisions
The Medicaid program in Missouri is called MO HealthNet. It has a bunch of different divisions, each of which is designed to help a specific population.
Advice From My Insurance Broker About My Discontinued Plan
Anthem Blue Cross, my health insurance company, sent me a letter telling me my plan had been discontinued. I didn’t know what to do about it, so I asked my Insurance Broker for advice. She was really helpful!
What’s On Your Life Insurance Annual Policy Statement?
When you have a life insurance policy, you are supposed to receive an Annual Policy Statement every year. You can think of it as the “Cliff’s Notes” of your policy. It has a lot of important information on it.
Kids in Missouri Might Be Eligible for HealthNet for Kids
Every state has a portion of its Medicaid program that is designed to cover kids. In Missouri, this program is called HealthNet for Kids.
Paul Ryan’s Plan Will harm Disabled People
I cannot emphasize enough how harmful Paul Ryan’s plan is. If you, or someone you love, is using Medicare due to a disability, you need to know that Paul Ryan’s voucher system plan is going to force people to pay more out of pocket for the Medicare coverage that they receive right now. The alternative is to accept a cheeper plan, that offers less coverage.
Missouri’s HealthNet Covers Pregnant Women and Newborns
Most, if not all, Medicaid programs have a part that covers pregnant women, and their newborns. In Missouri, that part is called MO HealthNet for Pregnant Women and Newborns.
You Can’t Apply Online for Medicaid in Arkansas
Most states allow people to apply for Medicaid online. Some states even encourage it! Arkansas does not. Instead, the state wants people to apply in person, and to travel to the Department of Human Services Office in their county. Obviously, this will make it much harder for people to apply for Medicaid. My best guess is that Arkansas is doing this to save money on their Medicaid program. If you can’t apply for it, (even if you are eligible), then it won’t cost the state a penny!
ARKids First-B Covers Kids in Arkansas
Each state has a part of their Medicaid program that covers kids. In Arkansas, it is called ARKids First-B. There is very little information about the program available on the state’s website.
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