Insurance Information for Virginians
In
Virginia, the State Corporation
Commission’s Bureau of Insurance (BOI) has many free brochures online
and by mail. Get the Virginia Health Insurance Guide as well as a list
of companies offering individual health coverage in Virginia, tips on
buying insurance, help understanding coverage, information on appealing
a denial of coverage, and more. On the web or by calling 800-552-7945.
In the selections below, make sure you are looking at the right set of programs. Medicare is the seniors' health plan available to all Americans through Social Security. Medicaid
pays for medical assistance for certain individuals and
families with low incomes and resources.
 Medicare - Official Site
Medicare
is the health insurance program provided to all Americans through Social Security. Go
here to access all government resources related to medicare. On the
webin English and Spanish.
Medicare - Compare Drug Plans
Medicare
is the health insurance program provided through Social Security. Go
here to compare all available prescription drug plans available in your area. On the
web in English and Spanish. Medicaid - Official Site
Medicaid
pays for medical assistance for certain individuals and
families with low incomes and resources. Jointly funded by the Federal
and State governments, Medicaid is the
largest source of funding for medical and health-related services for
people
with limited income. On the web or by calling 877-267-2323.
Medicaid - VA
Dept of Social Services
To see if you are eligible for Medicaid,
contact your local Department of Social Services. Find
your local DSS Office by clicking or by calling 800-230-6977
Medicaid in Virginia
A PDF of the Virginia Medicaid Program At A Glance which provides good basic information from the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance. For people already receiving Medicaid, you can
get answers about Medicaid by calling 804-786-6145
More Seniors Insurance Resources
Insurance Information for Seniors
In
Virginia, the State Corporation Commission’s Bureau of
Insurance (BOI)
provides special, Virginia-specific information for seniors - a
comparison guide of insurance companies offering Medicare, Medigap
and Prescription Drug plans as well as consumer guides on long-term
care insurance, life insurance, and health insurance. To contact the
BOI, click or call 800-552-7945.
Insurance Complaints
In
Virginia, the State Corporation Commission’s Bureau of Insurance (BOI)
deals with individual consumer inquiries and complaints. You can file
your complaint about an insurance company, managed health insurance
plan, or agent online or by mail. To contact the BOI, click or call 800-552-7945.
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