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Disabled workers can apply for Medicaid Buy-In
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Disabled workers can apply for Medicaid Buy-In
COLUMBUS — Tuesday, April 1, was the first day to apply for the Medicaid Buy-In Program for Workers with Disabilities, which allows workers with disabilities to continue receiving Medicaid health benefits.
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The program permits workers earning up to 250 percent of the federal poverty level — $26,000 for a single person — after certain deductions, to pay a monthly premium and continue Medicaid coverage.
Applications are available at http://jfs.ohio.gov/ohp/consumers/application.stm or call (800) 324-8680.


