Glossary

Health Services
Section N

The Michigan Department of Community Health has a new website offering information to Michigan residents on how and where to find low cost or free health care.  The website, http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-2943_52115---,00.html

Low cost health insurance for children
Two health insurance programs for Michigan families are MIChild* and Healthy Kids*. Eligibility for either insurance is completed on the same form, although the type of insurance is based on family income.

In August, eligible residents of Michigan will be able to apply for coverage through the state’s Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan program, currently being established.  To qualify for coverage:

• You must be a citizen or national of the United States or lawfully present in the United States.

• You must have been uninsured for at least the last six months before you apply.

• You must have had a problem getting insurance due to a pre-existing condition.

Free to low cost medical services including treatment for acute illnesses (colds, ear infections, bronchitis, rashes, cuts); women’s health (gynecological physicals, family planning, sexually-transmitted-diseases*); treatment for chronic illnesses (high-blood pressure, diabetes); employment and school physicals; referrals to other services. Service is available for persons and families of all ages, economically disadvantaged, persons with no medical insurance.

Primary care medical care by a medical doctor on a sliding fee basis for low income and uninsured individuals.  For a referral to a clinic in your county, call (313) 815-8767. The first visit may be completed without income verification.  Once seen, the person completes a short sliding fee application.  An income verification letter from DHS* is required for the sliding fee to be in effect for a second appointment.  Without that verification, the person will be charged the full amount.  Available from Z.I.A.D Healthcare for the Underserved, Inc.*, (313) 815-8767.

Free to low cost medical services including treatment for acute illnesses (colds, ear infections, bronchitis, rashes, cuts); women’s health (gynecological physicals, family planning, sexually-transmitted-diseases*); treatment for chronic illnesses (high-blood pressure, diabetes); employment and school physicals; referrals to other services. Service is available for persons and families of all ages, economically disadvantaged, persons with no medical insurance.

Information on contraceptive methods, pregnancy testing, pelvic and breast examination (Birth control supplies are available on a sliding fee scale*). Available from:

Options counseling is available from:

TO REFER TO THE MATERNAL INFANT HEALTH PROGRAM: Maternal and Infant Health Program services are specialized preventive services provided to pregnant women, mothers, and their infants who have Medicaid to help reduce infant deaths and illnesses.

Qualified Health Plans (QHPs) are required to provide Maternal and Infant Health Program services to their members when the services are determined to be medically necessary. Maternal and Infant Health Program services may require prior authorization from a QHP or its providers.

For a list of MIHP service providers, go to:

Prenatal/postpartum care for low income* women; medical costs at cooperating hospital clinics/providers; home visits by a public health nurse; and expectant parent classes. Available from the Macomb County Health Department* - Prenatal Care and Enrollment Coordination Program, Mt. Clemens, (586) 469-5492.

Paraprofessional outreach and advocacy services to individuals in the communities of Mt. Clemens and Clinton Township. Available from the Macomb County Health Department* Community Health Outreach Program, Mt. Clemens, (586) 792-8846.

Nutrition education and supplemental food coupons for low-income pregnant females, new mothers, and children under age 5 who have medical or nutritional needs. Available from the Macomb County Health Department* - WIC* (Women, Infants and Children*) Supplemental Food Program, Mt. Clemens, (586) 469-5471.

Free nutritional education and consultation for Macomb County individuals and families. There are no income guidelines. Available from the Macomb County Health Department*, Mt. Clemens, (586) 412-3396.

Free in-home or small group instruction on basic nutrition, food buying and preparation skills, meal planning and budgeting. Available from the MSU Extension* - Expanded Food Nutrition Educational Program* (EFNEP*), (586) 469-6432.

Emergency Food is available through various food pantries in Macomb County. Eligibility is determined by calling 2-1-1.

Free monthly food for pregnant and post partum women and children up to age 6 who do not receive WIC*. Income guidelines: 185% of poverty level. Available from Focus Hope. Eligibility determined locally by calling the Macomb County Community Services Agency*, (586) 469-6964.

Information and support for breast-feeding is available from the La Leche League*, for a list of local groups, go to www.lalecheleague.org.

Free car seat check by a certified child passenger technician are available by appointment from:

Immunizations for Macomb County children and adults against the following diseases: diphtheria, influenza, pneumonia, tetanus, pertussis, measles, mumps, poliomyelitis, rubella, hemophilus influenza, Hepatitis B, or voriclla (chicken pox).   A small fee is required.  Available from:

Free and confidential testing, treatment, diagnosis and counseling for sexually transmitted diseases* (STDs*). Available from the Macomb County Health Department*, Mt. Clemens (586) 465-9217; Warren, (586) 573-2090.

Low-cost confidential testing, diagnosis, treatment and counseling for sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs*). Available from Planned Parenthood*, (586) 758-2100 (Warren).

Free pre-test counseling, testing and post-test counseling for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Available at the Macomb County Health Department* - HIV* Antibody Counseling and Optional Testing Program. Contact Michigan AIDS Hotline*  at (800) 872-2437.

Free prevention and primary health care program for Macomb County residents.  A Public Health nurse provides information and nursing services to individuals, clinics, community and schools.  Available from the Macomb County Health Department* - Public Health Nursing Services, Mt. Clemens, (586) 469-5520; St. Clair Shores, (586) 465-9170; Warren, (586) 465-8030.

Low cost and confidential primary health care services for youth ages 10-21, including medical care, counseling, and educational services.  Two sites are available:  New Haven and Fitzgerald.  Services are by appointment and with parental consent if under 18 years of age.  Students, ages 11-21, residing in the Fitzgerald, Center Line, Warren Woods and Van Dyke school districts may receive services at the Adolescent Health Center – Fitzgerald site.  Other Macomb county adolescents, ages 10-21, may receive services at the Adolescent Heat Center – New Haven site.  Call (586) 749-5173; or Fitzgerald, (586) 759-9070.

Assistance to Macomb County families/children with special medical conditions in securing medical treatment and costs.  Available from the Macomb County Health Department* - Children’s Special Health Care Services*, St. Clair Shores, (586) 466-6855.

 

OTHER SERVICES AVAILABLE

Fun opportunities for children ages 3 to 18 with life-threatening illnesses and their families.  The Rainbow Connection’s Special Response program assists families with information and referrals to other needed services (utility assistance, counseling, etc.) Available from The Rainbow Connection, Pontiac, (248) 601-9474.