FAQs

Medical Security Program FAQ

News - Submitted by Laura at CP on May 13, 2009 - 9:24am.

An unofficial guide to questions HAN members have asked about the Medical Security Program (MSP).

January 22 Metro Boston HAN: More on helping the unemployed

Blog - March 3, 2009 - 12:53pm - admin
HAN meeting notes include FAQs about health coverage for the unemployed.

FAQ document gives tips on MassHealth enrollment processes

News - Submitted by Emma at CP on September 9, 2008 - 1:07pm.

MassHealth responds to questions and notes compiled by advocates during site visits to MECs.

Penalties for some uninsured start soon

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on February 8, 2008 - 10:59am.

A new flyer helps explain the timeline.

Calling MassHealth

Blog - February 5, 2008 - 5:28pm - Meg Kroeplin - Community Partners - Amherst

Nikki Riel from the Women's Health Network in Franklin County sent me contact info for specific places at MassHealth (click the link for a printable PDF), including the Estate Recovery and Appeals units and various premium-paying programs.

Getting a MassHealth premium waiver or payment plan

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on January 31, 2008 - 1:31pm.

Clients at risk of losing coverage may apply for assistance.

What do MassHealth and Commonwealth Care cover?

News - Submitted by Laura at CP on January 15, 2008 - 12:59pm.

A chart compares MassHealth and Commonwealth Care services.

From UCP to HSN: the top three changes

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on December 27, 2007 - 12:46pm.
Patients will experience changes regarding time-limited eligibility, co-payments, and medical hardship.

Will HSN still pay for services provided to undocumented people?

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on December 27, 2007 - 9:17am.

The Health Safety Net is available to residents regardless of immigration status.

Does HSN cover services that may not be provided by other insurances?

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on December 27, 2007 - 9:17am.

Patients enrolled in certain insurance programs are eligible for Health Safety Net Secondary, which may pay for allowable services not covered by their insurance, deductibles, and coinsurance.