Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan Kicks In
July 13th, 2010 | by Jessica Miller |The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan is kicking into gear. President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act into law back in March, which included the creation of the PCIP which makes health insurance available to those who aren’t able to get it because of a pre-existing condition. There are some requirements you must meet in order to be eligible for this government insurance.
- You must have been uninsured for at least six months.
- You must have a pre-existing condition or have been denied health coverage because of your health condition.
- You must be a US citizen or be residing here legally.
This program is only temporary and will only be in affect until 2014 when access to affordable health insurance becomes mandatory. The programs are run differently in each state so you’ll need to research your state’s PCIP. However, funds are limited so many states are offering the program first come first served.
But if you are able to secure a place in the program you will receive benefits such as:
- Coverage for primary, specialty and hospital care as well as prescription drug coverage.
- Fair premiums that aren’t based on your existing condition.
- Premiums that aren’t based on income level.
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