Overview of Public Health Insurance Programs
Webinar | Available
Learn the different types of health insurance programs available to New Yorkers. The class will incorporate recent expansions to programs, expected changes to the programs, and what your clients should expect as the public health emergency “unwinds.”
Programs included in this course are:
- Medicaid (MAGI & Non-MAGI), including a quick mention of the Spenddown program
- NYS Essential Plan
- Child Health Plus
- Medicare
We will review health insurance terminology and discuss the eligibility criteria for each program, as well as where to apply. Also included are health coverage options for those who are uninsured or underinsured.
Target Audience: Social service professionals looking to learn about public health insurance options for low-income households and for those who may need a refresher!
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- This course is accredited by the NYS:
- Education Department’s State Board for Social Work for LMSW/LCSW (#SW-0213) and LMHC (#MHC-0247) for 2.0 contact hours.
- Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) (ETP-#1456) for CPP Initial/Renewal, CPS Initial/Renewal, CASAC Renewal for 2.0 clock hours.
Michelle Berney
Director of the Benefits Plus Learning Center
Michelle has been training and supporting professionals and clients with information on public benefits for over 20 years, with a focus on health benefits. She enjoys working with providers who are committed to helping their clients in comprehensive ways, to make sure that they have all supports available.
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