Your Right to Make Health Care Decisions
Information from the Oregon Health Plan Client Handbook about your right to make health care decisions, including the use of advanced directives.
By: Division of Medical Assistance Programs
Elder Law in Oregon Booklet Topics include: Financial Assistance; Medical Benefits; Managing Financial Choices; Managing Health Care Choices; Long-Term Care; Property Ownership and Rental; Protection of Legal Rights; Visitation and Custody Rights for Grandparents; Elder Abuse, Sexual Assault, and Domestic
Violence; Age Discrimination and Disability
Discrimination; and Consumer Protection Laws. Printed by the Oregon State Unit on Aging.
By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Need Help Finding Health Resources?
(Separate Website)
Oregon Health Connect can assist Oregonians who may not know which health program or service best fits their needs. Links and information about health care reform, how health insurance in Oregon works, health care services, health clinics, and insurance options. Toll-free number: 1-855-999-321.
By: Oregon Health Authority and the Dept. of Consumer Resources
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CSU - Client Services Unit
(Separate Website)
The Client Services Unit (CSU) of DHS provides information, referral and assistance resolving problems regarding medical coverage, the Oregon Health Plan, and billing problems. The toll-free number is 1-800-273-0557.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
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"Charity Care" - Financial Assistance for Hospital Bills
Charity Care is financial assistance for medical services. If you cannot afford to pay your hospital bill, you may be eligible to have part or all of the bill forgiven as Charity Care.
By: Oregon Law Center
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Oregon SafeNet
(Separate Website)
Oregon SafeNet links low-income Oregon residents with health services, including routine & urgent medical care; immunizations; well-child care; pregnancy tests & prenatal care; and urgent and routine dental care. Call 1-800-SAFENET (1-800-723-3638).
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Emergency Medical Care for Non-Citizens (CAWEM)
The Citizen Alien Waived Emergent Medical (CAWEM) program provides coverage for medical emergencies (life threatening) and the birth of a child if you are low income, but not a US citizen. Call 1-800-359-9517 to apply.
By: Oregon Law Center
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Assistance for Low-Income Medicare Beneficiaries
Find out about programs to help low-income Medicare recipients pay Medicare premiums and other costs.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Medicare Interactive
(Separate Website)
Free interactive online resource to help people with Medicare, caregivers, and health care professionals stay current on changes to Medicare due to health reform.
By: Medicare Rights Center
Medicaid Eligibility for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities
(Separate Website)
The Oregon Supplemental Income Program (OSIP and OSIPM) provides Medicaid eligibility and, possibly, a small cash supplement to people who are disabled, legally blind or age 65 or older. The OSIPM Medically Needy Program provides medical coverage to people who's income is too high to be eligible for the federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program.
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Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA)
(Separate Website)
SHIBA volunteers help Medicare beneficiaries understand their rights and options in insurance, so that they can make informed choices.
By: State of Oregon - Consumer and Business Services Department
Medicare
(Separate Website)
Overview of the Medicare program, with additional information about all aspects of the program.
By: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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Medicare Part D
(Separate Website)
Link to official Medicare website for Medicare Part D information.
By: U.S. Health and Human Services Department
If You Need Medicaid Help With Long-Term Care Costs
Some Basic Information About Income Cap Trusts.
By: Lane County Legal Aid and Advocacy Center
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The Oregon Health Plan
(Separate Website)
The Oregon Health Plan provides health coverage to eligible low-income Oregonians. Find out about this program and how to apply.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
Oregon Health Plan - If You are Denied Services or Have a Complaint
Information about what you can do if you are denied eligibility, coverage, or services (including the failure to provide an interpreter when needed) under the Oregon Health Plan (OHP).
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Family Health Insurance Assistance Program (FHIAP)
FHIAP is an Oregon program to help pay health insurance for eligible low-income Oregonians.
By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon
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Oregon Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program
(Separate Website)
The Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program enables eligible members to buy prescription drugs from participating pharmacies at the State Medicaid rate.
By: Oregon Department of Human Services
Prescription Drugs - NeedyMeds
(Separate Website)
Information about patient assistance programs, including Pharmaceutical Discount Cards, to help people who can't afford to purchase medicines obtain health supplies, medication and equipment.
By: NeedyMeds
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