Health Insurance

PhillyHealthInfo.org - Insurance - Health insurance can be a confusing subject. You have to understand what tests, drugs, and treatment options are available to you under your policy. You also need to know where to go, who to talk to, or how much you have to pay every time you go to the doctor. All of this can be even more confusing if you are one of the millions of Americans without health insurance. Knowing where to go or who to call to get coverage for yourself or your family can be difficult and frustrating.

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PhillyHealthInfo.org is here to help you find health coverage and insurance programs in the Philadelphia area. Our local health services list is a great place to start.

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COMPASS - Use COMPASS to apply for Medical Assistance, CHIP, and adultBasic.

Medical Assistance - Read more about services covered under Medical Assistance.

CHIP - All uninsured children and teens not eligible for Medical Assistance have access to health insurance through CHIP.

adultBasic - Covers the basic healthcare needs of Pennsylvanians age 19-64 who have no health insurance and who meet certain eligibility requirements.

Philadelphia Unemployment Project: Health Insurance - Find out more about health care programs that are available to low-income and uninsured people.