Overview of the Ohio Medicaid Program
Ohio Medicaid is run by the Department of Job and Family Services (JFS) and is a government sponsored program that provides health care to lower income families, pregnant women, children, older people and those disabled. For those who do not have other health care and cannot afford Medicare, Ohio Medicaid offers a life saving solution. The Ohio Medicaid program will work with the state government to ensure you get the proper health care and other services including additional money for day care, medications and nutritional needs. Ohio Medicaid eliminates the middle man (you) in the billing process. Instead of paying a fee upfront, you will simply swipe your card at a health care provider’s office and the billing will do directly to the department. You do not have to worry about any costs; instead you can worry about your health.

The Ohio Medicaid Application Process
The jfs.ohio.com website offers a very simply three step solution to applying for Medicaid. There are several different applications depending on your situation. For example, families, pregnant women and children will have a different application than those aged or disabled. There is also a health care application for those who have Medicare but simply need more coverage. The first step is to look over the options and choose the most appropriate plan for you. The next step is to fill out the application and attach any necessary documents or proof. This will include proof of citizenship, proof of pregnancy (in certain situations), and proof of other insurance if you have it. You will then sign the documentation and send it in to your local county health care office. A case officer will assess your situation, financial and otherwise, and get back to you on your acceptance. If you are unable to drop off the application, you can also fax or mail the documents for coverage in Ohio.

Ohio Medicaid with the Need for a Lawyer
It may seem like it is next to impossible to understand the fine print in some documentation processes these days. You may need a lawyer just to look over the documents for your real estate, insurance and several other daily dealings just to understand the lingo and jargon. However, when it comes to Ohio Medicaid, there is no need for a lawyer. The process is simplified so anyone can apply. Furthermore, if you need assistance, Ohio Medicaid can help you by phone or in person. Medicaid is not rocket science, nor should it involve the law. It is about getting you healthy and happy.

Ohio Medicaid Eligibility
For the most part, those who are from lower income households, pregnant, children, aged or disabled will be able to apply for Medicaid. If you are not covered by another health care source, you may also qualify. However, every single situation is different and that is why you need to use the online application Three Step program to determine which health care, Medicaid or otherwise, is best for you and your family.