COVID-19 - Health Law
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Health Law: COVID-19 Federal and State Updates
The Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP) is monitoring the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and posting information to ensure that those with Medical Assistance (MA) and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) coverage have services, and to securing insurance coverage for the uninsured. Content Detail
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Impact of COVID-19 Stimulus Payments and Pandemic Unemployment Benefits on Health Insurance Eligibility
Summary of the new COVID-19 economic benefits and information on whether and how they impact eligibility for Medicaid, CHIP and subsidized Marketplace insurance. Content Detail
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Many Immigrants Can Get Medical Assistance for Coronavirus Treatment
Information on the availability of Medical Assistance for diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19 and how immigration status affects getting treatment. Content Detail
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Need Health Insurance and Not Working in Your Prior Job? Act Now!
If you are not working because you are on leave, on layoff, or have lost your job, you should look at the following options for health care for yourself and your family. You should secure coverage within 60 DAYS of when you lose coverage through your employer, or you will lose the opportunity to get affordable benefits through the Affordable Care Act Marketplace until the end of the year. Content Detail
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PA Department of Human Services: COVID-19 Response, Guidance and Actions
Document issued by PA Department of Human Services outlining the Department's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and actions and guidance issued to assist the general population deal with the crisis. Content Detail