In my state:
Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan: Pennsylvania
On July 12, eligible residents of Pennsylvania will be able to apply for coverage through the state’s Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan program run by the Pennsylvania Insurance Department.
To qualify for coverage:
You must be a citizen or national of the United States or lawfully present in the United States.
You must have been uninsured for at least the last six months before you apply.
You must have had a problem getting insurance due to a pre-existing condition.
The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan will cover a broad range of health benefits, including primary and specialty care, hospital care, and prescription drugs. All covered benefits are available for you, even if it’s to treat a pre-existing condition.
Premium: $283.20 per month
Deductible: $1,000 in-network, $10,000 out-of-network
Out of Pocket Limit: $5,000 in-network, $20,000 out-of-network
To learn more about this program, please call 1 (877) 881 6388.
Kind of cool. It goes into effect today!!!