What is MaineCare health Home program?

Health Homes (HH) includes MaineCare members who have two chronic conditions or one chronic condition and are at risk for another. Health Homes are a partnership between an enhanced Health Home primary care practice and one of ten Community Care Teams (CCTs) around the state.

What is Cub Care in Maine?

Maine’s Cub Care program is established to provide health coverage for low-income children who are ineligible for benefits under the Medicaid program and who meet the eligibility requirements. The Cub Care Programs provides Free or Low-Cost Health Insurance for Families with Children and Pregnant Women.

What are the benefits of MaineCare?

Generally, MaineCare covers the costs of going to the hospital, going to see your doctor, getting medical supplies, or receiving long term care in your own home, assisted living facility, or skilled nursing facility. The amount of your MaineCare benefit is based on your income, age, medical needs, and family situation.

At what age do you lose MaineCare?

If a child under age 19 loses MaineCare coverage because family income goes up, you can buy MaineCare coverage for up to 18 months or until your child turns 19, whichever comes first. For more information, call the Office of Family Independence at 1-855-797-4357.

What is a behavioral home?

BHH (Behavioral Health Home) refers to a model of care focused on integration of primary care, acute, behavioral health and social services and supports for adults with mental health conditions.

How much does MaineCare cost?

Full MaineCare Benefit 213 % of FPL 1: $2,217 2: $3,002 3: $3.787 4: $4,571 Each additional person: $785 For children under age 18 with income over 157% of the Federal Poverty Level. There is a monthly fee of $8-$64 depending on income and family size.

Can I work and still get MaineCare?

Even if you do not receive Social Security benefits, you can still apply for MaineCare as part of this group. And, if you are working, you could make more money and still get MaineCare under the Working Disabled Benefit.

What is the difference between MaineCare and Medicaid?

Medicare is health insurance for the elderly and disabled, without regard to income or assets. MaineCare, on the other hand, is a program for the poor. It is a state run program that is funded with both state and federal monies. The federal program is generically known as Medicaid.

What does MaineCare cover for adults?

Generally, MaineCare covers the costs of going to the hospital, going to see your doctor, getting medical supplies, or receiving long term care in your own home, assisted living facility, or skilled nursing facility. The amount of your MaineCare benefit is based on your income, age, medical needs, and family situation.

Is MaineCare free?

What is MaineCare? MaineCare provides free and low-cost health insurance to Mainers who meet certain requirements, based on household composition and income.

How do I know if I have MaineCare?

How do I find out if a service is covered? Talk with your health care provider or call MaineCare Member Services at 1-800-977-6740. TTY users, dial 711 (Maine Relay). To see if your medication is covered, call the Pharmacy Help Desk at -866-796-2463, TTY: 711.