How does one go about getting a medical card or other cheap forms of "insurance"?

I live in Illinois. I have no health insurance because I can’t afford anything that will take me. I applied for a medical card or something along those terms when I moved back home but was denied. I’m moving to a new county soon, so I’m going to try again. A friend and I were talking about it today and he thought there was something you could apply for through the state too. Is this true? Any other advice for this subject?

Answer #1

You would have to apply with public aid, but keep in mind that the coverage is very limited. I would do your homework to find plans that fit your budget. There are companies out there that can work with you to find affordable coverage.

Answer #2

Actually, Obama’s proposed a plan for people who are uninsured due to being denied by a company due to a pre-existing condition.

You can read about that here. It’s a decent plan, affordable, and the last chance for some people who have been denied over and over for pre-existing conditions. Now, if you just can’t AFFORD the insurance but you’ve been approved, can’t help you there– unless you get on a group plan through your job.

Info about the Obama plan: http://funadvice.com/r/15f079q84a2

Answer #3

I was told by several people that that part of it doesn’t kick in until 2014.

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