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Jones Memorial Hospital - HICUP (Health Insurance Coverage for the Uninsured Population)
Through HICUP (Health Insurance Coverage for the Uninsured Population), Jones Memorial Hospital (JMH) identifies and reaches out to the uninsured population, encourages them to apply for public health insurance and assists in filling out applications. Staff go out into the community and seek applicants instead of waiting for the uninsured to come to them. To address transportation obstacles in the rural community, HICUP makes home visits and meets with small employers who do not offer insurance coverage to set up “sign-up†sessions.
What is it?
Through HICUP (Health Insurance Coverage for the Uninsured Population), Jones Memorial Hospital (JMH) identifies and reaches out to the uninsured population, encourages them to apply for public health insurance and assists in filling out applications. Staff go out into the community and seek applicants instead of waiting for the uninsured to come to them. To address transportation obstacles in the rural community, HICUP makes home visits and meets with small employers who do not offer insurance coverage to set up “sign-up” sessions.
Who is it for?
Uninsured and underinsured members of the community.
Why do they do it?
Allegany County is one of the poorest counties in New York state. HICUP helps the uninsured and underinsured obtain coverage for comprehensive needs that may reach beyond JMH’s financial assistance.
Impact
In 2012, 336 people applied for public health insurance; 256 people were enrolled and are now covered.
Contact: Sue Kays
Patient Financial Services Director
Telephone: 585-596-2052
E-mail: kayss@jmhny.org
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