FAQs, Affordability

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.

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.

Can people get HSN if they lose their coverage due to failure to pay?

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on December 27, 2007 - 9:16am.

People who lose their MassHealth or Commonwealth Care coverage due to failure to pay premiums are not eligible for the Health Safety Net.

How does someone request medical hardship assistance? Is there any limit?

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on December 11, 2007 - 10:00am.

Applications are available from providers at hospitals or community health centers.

What copayments will HSN have?

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on December 10, 2007 - 4:37pm.

The Health Safety Net will have copayments for some services.

Can people request medical hardship for expected expenses, or just past expenses?

News - Submitted by Meg at CP on November 7, 2007 - 1:51pm.

HSN is for already incurred expenses.

New resources on Health Care Reform

News - Submitted by Community Partners on April 17, 2007 - 11:34am.

Several organizations have created resources to address the changes.

Does having self-pay, non-group insurance make someone ineligible for Commonwealth Care?

News - Submitted by ADMIN Meg on November 13, 2006 - 12:59pm.

At the October 12th board meeting, the Connector decided that individuals who are otherwise eligible for Commonwealth Care...