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DC WASHINGTON, DC Resources: Health Care Coverage in the Washington, DC Region Immigrants can also inquire about the following state and local health care programs. Please check their websites for the most current information on eligibility requirements. WASHINGTON, DC DC Medicaid The District of Columbia’s Medicaid program provides health care coverage to low-income and/or disabled individuals and families. Medicaid covers doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, mental health services, transportation and many other services. DC Healthcare Alliance The DC Healthcare Alliance provides health care coverage to individuals and families who are not eligible for Medicaid. The Alliance is a DC funded program that includes a range of health care services to include primary care services, doctor visits, prescription drugs, dental services and wellness programs. Immigrant Children’s Program Administered by the DC Department of Health Care Finance, the Immigrant Children’s Program provides health coverage to individuals under the age of 21 and who are not eligible for Medicaid. Services covered under the Immigrant Children’s Program are identical to Medicaid offerings. Focus on Health • 50
MD MARYLAND Resources: Health Care Coverage in the Washington, DC Region Immigrants can also inquire about the following state and local health care programs. Please check their websites for the most current information on eligibility requirements. MARYLAND Medicaid Maryland’s Medicaid program is available for immigrants that can prove that they have resided in Maryland for at least five consecutive years and meet the income eligibility requirements. MD Children’s Health Program MCHP is available to children under the age of 19 who are not covered by Medicaid. Eligibility is based on household income. Care for Kids (Montgomery County) Care for Kids is a health care program that provides access to health care services for uninsured children in Montgomery County. Care for Kids (Prince George’s County) The Care for Kids Program provides free healthcare services to uninsured children who live in Prince George’s County. Montgomery Cares (Montgomery County) Montgomery Cares provides basic medical services for people who do not have, and cannot get, insurance. Focus on Health • 51
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Page 5 and 6: Introduction In the Consumer Health
Page 7 and 8: What do we mean by immigration stat
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Page 21 and 22: income & poverty Approximately 66%
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Page 39 and 40: How is immigration status a social
Page 41 and 42: Focus on Health: La Clinica del Pue
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Page 47 and 48: What are the gaps in policies? Desp
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