Medicaid can help to cover the cost of prescription medicines.
Uninsured children and adults in Oakland County, Michigan can receive Medicaid to help cover medical expenses. Medicaid can cover all or a portion of the costs for medicines, doctor visits and hospitalizations. To qualify, a family must meet certain requirements, including citizenship, income and employment. An application can take up to 90 days to process in Oakland County. It is important to fill out the application properly and provide all necessary documentation when applying for Medicaid to avoid a delay in processing the form.
Instructions
1. Download and print an application for Medicaid from the website of the Michigan Department of Human Services (see Resources).
2. Review the information booklet that accompanies the application for Medicaid. The booklet tells you more about what the Medicaid program in Oakland County entails.
3. Fill out the application. The application requires you fill out details about your income, living conditions and members of your household.
4. Gather proof of your identity and income. Your proof of identity must be a government-issued picture identification (ID), birth certificate or school ID. Proof of income can be pay stubs, Social Security award letter or self-employment records.
5. Turn in your application to your local Department of Human Services (see Resources). You also need to provide the copies of your proof of identity and income. You can have copies made at the office.
6. Wait for your acceptance or denial letter. Once a case worker reviews your documents and application, they will notify you of your acceptance or denial for Medicaid. If they need more information, you are also notified.
7. Receive your Medicaid card. Once you are approved for Medicaid, a card is mailed to you. The card needs to be presented when you go to a doctor, clinic or hospital.
