Programs and Services to Help Cover Medical Expenses
Ohio provides a range of programs and funding to promote student health. Maintaining student wellness, consistent attendance, and readiness to learn influences academic achievement. Schools and districts can assist families by understanding what the students and families need to reach their full potential and partnering with them to address these needs. Schools can encourage two-way communication with families to meet a student’s needs beyond academics.
This webpage includes information on programs available in Ohio to assist with medical coverage and provides links to information on financial assistance for services such as hearing aids, vision exams, eyewear and medication assistance programs available for Ohio’s children.
Ohio Medicaid and Healthy Start
Medicaid and Healthy Start provide health coverage to millions of Americans. The Ohio Department of Medicaid’s
Benefits Assistance webpage provides information on eligibility and how to apply for coverage. Families can apply
online, by mail or in-person at a local county Job and Family Services (JFS) office. A directory of county JFS offices is available on the
Department of Job and Family Services webpage. For more information, call 1-844-640-6446.
Health Insurance Market Place
The Health Insurance Marketplace helps individuals find health coverage that fits their needs and budget. Individuals and families can compare plans based on price, benefits, quality, and other features. Learn more about applying on the how to apply and enroll webpage. For more information, visit HealthCare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596. TTY users should call 1-855-889-4325.
Complex Medical Help
Complex Medical Help (CMH) is a health care program run through the Ohio Department of Health. CMH links families of children with special health care needs to a network of quality medical providers and helps cover medical costs. For further information regarding the CMH program, see the Ohio Department of Health’s CMH webpage or contact your local health department.
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