In our previous article we discussed a problem of OSHIIP and hydrolyze reviews. We concentrated on the information concerning medicare only. We will continue our discussion and talk about medicaid program.

We all know the difference between medicare and medicaid now. We also discussed the procedure of enrollment in medicare program. And what about medicaid program? If you want to sign up for it you should contact the department of family and job services in your county and they will provide you will all the information and explain all the paperwork. As for online source of reliable information, you can visit jfs.ohio.gov. If you need more information on medicaid and medicare and don’t know who to ask you should know that OSHIIP program was worked out by the insurance department of Ohio. It means that since the beginning a network of more than thousand volunteers and professional staff was established. Since that time on (1992) these people have been educating consumers about this program and other senior insurance opportunities. There is a toll-free service and a lot of consumer guides. It is possible to find a volunteer in every county.

Medicaid has been created for individuals with low income. There is a certain group of people and families who qualify and must be recognized by state and federal law. It should be mentioned, money from medicaid won’t be paid to you. It will be sent directly to people who provide you with health care.

There are still a lot of questions to be answered. To help you understand whether you need a long term care insurance or not, you should consider factors lie health history and family support, life expectancy, current health and your assets. We understand that you need more information. Call OSHIIP or visit the web site of Ohio department of insurance and you will know a lot more.