Whatcom Alliance for
Healthcare Access
800 E. Chestnut
Lower Level, Suite 2
Bellingham WA
98225
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f.  (360) 788-6587

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Health Links

Who Qualifies for What?

Income limits for DSHS programs, Basic Health, and others.

DSHS Tools to Use:

These easy to understand handouts and brochures get the right information to your clients that will help them get, keep, and use their DSHS coverage. 

DSHS Programs:

This table shows 11 of the most common medical (Medicaid) programs offered by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). It is meant to be a readable summary of who qualifies for these programs and what they cover. It also gives information on what a client needs to do to keep their coverage on these programs.


Kids Medicaid (DSHS) :

This simple chart helps parents understand what the steps are in the process of getting their child a medical coupon. Then, it outlines what parents need to do to make sure their child is assigned to the Health Plan and doctor of their choice.


Basic Health Tools to Use:

Take the mystery out of applying for Basic Health.  Find simple summaries of the renewal process, how pre-existing conditions work, and how to accurately reflect an applicant's income so they are more likely to pay the appropriate premium.

Medicare Tools to Use:

Get help on the latest changes to Medicare, including guides for Medicare Part D, Prescription Drug Program.

Tools to Use for Commercial Plans:

Information on other types of insurance plans.


Application Forms:

Once you are ready to apply (or reapply) for health insurance, find and download many of the applications and required forms you'll need here.


Health Insurance Eligibility

 


DSHS Program Summary

 

Kids Medicaid Chart

 



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