Healthy Indiana Plan an affordable option for uninsured; health exchange navigators can help enroll
2/13/2015
2/13/2015 - Individuals and families who think they cannot afford health insurance now have the option of HIP 2.0, which has been approved by the federal government. Indiana University Health La Porte and Starke Hospitals' Healthcare Exchange Navigators are available to help the public understand if they qualify for HIP 2.0, and enroll them as well. Here is what you need to know:
- HIP 2.0 is affordable. If you think you can't afford it, call our Healthcare Exchange Navigators at 855.400.2045 and they can help you find resources to assist with your enrollment.
- If you have signed up on the Health Insurance Marketplace, and you have received correspondence from the Health Insurance Marketplace that you now qualify for HIP 2.0 and must switch plans, we can help! Call 855.400.2045.
- You can call HIP 2.0 directly or go online to enroll and learn more: 1-877-GET-HIP-9 or www.hip.in.gov
HIP 2.0 Program Overview
The NEW Healthy Indiana Plan (or HIP 2.0) is a health insurance program from the State of Indiana that pays for medical expenses and provides incentives for members to be more health conscious. HIP 2.0 provides coverage for qualified low-income Hoosiers who are interested in participating in a low-cost consumer-driven health care program.
Who's Eligible?
Indiana residents ages 19-64 with incomes of up to $16,297 annually for an individual, $21,967 for a couple, or $33,307 for a family of four are generally eligible to participate in HIP 2.0
What's Covered?
There are two distinct levels of coverage in HIP 2.0. They are HIP Plus and HIP Basic. Each covers medical expenses such as doctor visits, hospital care, therapies, medications, prescriptions and medical equipment. HIP Plus offers members the best value and, unlike HIP Basic, also covers vision and dental care, and even bariatric surgery.
The La Porte and Starke Hospitals' Healthcare Exchange Navigators can assist the public with enrolling in HIP 2.0, or, any insurance plan on the Health Insurance Marketplace. Call (855) 400-2045.
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