Medical Assistance

Legal Information

 
This section of PALawHelp.org has information
and resources about Medical Assistance
issues in Pennsylvania.

• COMPASS - Apply for Public Benefits and Services from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

  Pennsylvania residents can apply for a variety of programs, including public assistance, food stamps, health care coverage, energy assistance and other social service programs at this site Content Detail

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  Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Application for Social Services (COMPASS)

• PA Health Law Project Toll-Free Helpline - Call: 1-800-274-3258

  The PA Health Law Project provides free legal services and advocacy to Pennsylvanians having trouble accessing publicly funded health care coverage or services. For assistance, call the PHLP Helpline at 1-800-274-3258 or 1-866-236-6310 TTY or e-mail the PHLP at staff@phlp.org. Information from the PHLP is also available online at www.phlp.org. Read More

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• Application for cash assistance, SNAP and Medical Assistance Benefits [PDF]

  This form is a Application for Cash Assistance, SNAP and Medical Assistance Benefits Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare

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  Spanish / Español

• PA Health Law Project's Medical Assistance Manual [PDF]

  A guide for determining your eligibility for free health coverage under the PA Medical Assistance (MA) Program Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• Eldercare Locator

  The Eldercare Locator connects older Americans and their caregivers with sources of information on senior services. The service links those who need assistance with state and local area agencies on aging and community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers. Content Detail

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  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

• Understanding MAWD: The Medical Assistance for Workers With Disabilities Program - A Guide for Advocates

  Information on the Medical Assistance for Workers with Disabilities Program (MAWD) which is a public health insurance program available to persons with disabilities who are ages 16 to 64 and who work and receive compensation for their work but whose income and resources do not exceed the established limits Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• Appealing a Coverage Decision Made by your Medical Assistance Plan

  Information on the appealing decisions regarding managed care under PA Medical Assistance. Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• Biling Issues for Consumers with both Medicare and Medical Assistance

  A guide for Dual Eligible Consumers Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program

  Information on Medical Assistance coverage for woman with Breast or Cervical cancer or certain precancerous conditions. Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• Medical Assistance in PA: Frequently Asked Questions

  Answers to frequently asked questions about Medical Assistance. Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• You May Be Able to Get Better Medical Assistance!

  Information on categories of Medical Assistance available in Pennsylvania. Content Detail

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  Community Legal Services

• Health Care for Immigrants - A Manual for Advocates

  This manual will provide information about the different pieces of the health care system that can fit together to provide complete care for immigrants. Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• How Your Medical Assistance Coverage Will Change When You Get Medicare

  Explanation of what happens to your Medical Assistance when you qualify for Medicare. Content Detail

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  Pennsylvania Health Law Project

• If I am an immigrant in Pennsylvania, will the government help me pay for medical care?

  Information on medical assistance for immigrants. Content Detail

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  Community Legal Services

• Medical Assistance for Workers with Disabilites (MAWD) Program

  Information on a program that provides medical assistance to disabled workers. Content Detail

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  Community Legal Services

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