Michigan Information for Enrollees: http://goo.gl/va8Ys0
If you need health insurance you will be able to purchase it through the state’s health insurance marketplace and may be eligible for financial assistance to help with premiums and out-of-pocket costs. Even if you are young and healthy, it is important that you get health insurance. Health insurance gives you the peace of mind of knowing that you will be covered and be more able to afford your medical expenses if you have an accident or get sick.
Depending on your income, family size, and a few other factors, you may qualify for health coverage tax credits or you may be able to enroll in the Medicaid program. This brief list will provide information and useful links to resources that can help you obtain coverage that is right for you and your family.
Resources for Patients:
Michigan Information for Physicians to Help Their Patients: http://http//goo.gl/wLoUgK
Patients trust their doctors. Polls show that when the public is asked which professions rate highest on honesty and ethical standards, physicians appear towards the top of the list.i So when patients have questions about health insurance, they’re likely to ask their physician for advice on picking the plan that best suits their needs.
As a recognized Champion of Coverage, the American College of Physicians has agreed to provide unbiased and understandable resources to its physician members on ways you can help your patients obtain coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This guide provides specific information for Michigan internists and patients on the resources that are available to them.