XP: Pre-existing Condition Insurance Program (PCIP)

I saw this and thought about those who are struggling to get their after care who are uninsured. For those that are pre-op I couldn't find the benefits so I don't know if it covers WLS. You have to have a pre-existing condition or been denied because of a medical condition (hello- obesity!) and have been without health insurance for 6 months. HTH

Typically, the people who are eligible are under age 65 and have no employer group health insurance. They have too mu*****ome to qualify for Medicaid and are not yet eligible for Medicare. And, they have not been able to buy an individual health insurance policy because of a health condition.

 

To be eligible, a person must:

 

• Be a US citizen or legal resident;
• Have been without health insurance for at least six (6) months; and
• Have a pre-existing condition or have been denied health coverage because of a health condition.

 

If you want to know more about the specific plans in a State, visit www.pcip.gov or call toll-free 1-866-717-5826 (TTY 1-866-561-1604).

 

Thank you for helping us spread the word about this new insurance plan. 

 

 

Are you uninsured?   Do you have a medical condition?   If so, you may be eligible for the new Pre-existing Condition Insurance Plan.  Call toll-free (866) 717-5826, TTY (866) 561-1604 or visit www.pcip.gov and click on “Find Your State" to learn more.

Hi!  I have PCIP and YES!  It does cover bariatric surgery, as long as you meet the requirements (same as all the others).  I'm in the middle of the 6 months medically supervised diet right now.  I'm very excited and was so grateful to find this coverage when no one else would cover me.  BTW, mine declination was due to PCOS...crazy.