Providing Answers, Support and Hope in the Southeastern US
Insurance
Quest Diagnostics Patient Assistance Program
1-800-743-7440
We are committed to providing clinical laboratory services regardless of your ability to pay. Through our Patient Assistance Program, we tailor solutions for uninsured or underinsured patients based on individual circumstances and may adjust some or all laboratory charges if you cannot afford to pay for your testing.
Medicaid
1-866-762-2237
Medicaid provides Medical coverage to low income individuals and families. The state and federal government share the costs of the Medicaid program. Medicaid services in Florida are administered by the Agency for Health Care Administration.
Florida KidCare
1-888-540-5437
Through Florida KidCare, the state of Florida offers health insurance for children from birth through age 18, even if one or both parents are working. It includes four different parts. When you apply for the insurance, Florida KidCare will check which part your child may qualify for based on age and family income.
Health Insurance Marketplace
1-800-318-2596
The Health Insurance Marketplace can help you get the coverage that meets your needs and fits your budget. Whether you need health coverage or have it already, the healthcare law offers new rights and protections that make coverage fairer and easier to understand. Open enrollment begins on November 1, 2020.
Medicare
1-800-633-4227
Medicare is our country’s health insurance program for people age 65 or older, but certain people younger than age 65 can qualify for Medicare as well, including those who have disabilities and those who have permanent kidney failure. The program helps with the cost of health care, but it does not cover all medical expenses or the cost of most long-term care.
Medicare Part D and Lupus 2023 Open Enrollment Guide
This year’s Open Enrollment Period for Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) is October 15 - December 7, 2022. This is the only time that you will be able to make changes to your Part D coverage for 2023, and any changes that you make will take effect on January 1, 2023. The Lupus Foundation of America and the MAPRx Coalition have developed this guide and the lupus-specific addendum on pages 2 & 3 to assist Medicare-eligible people living with lupus in evaluating their current Part D plan and reviewing other available plans to find the best option for 2023.
Free Clinics
Free & Low-Cost Health Care Resources
Here are some low-cost health resources that may be helpful.
NeedyMeds Florida Free Clinic Database
Free, low cost, low cost with a sliding scale based on income, or offer some type of financial assistance.
Clìnica de las Américas seeks to reach the under-served, as well as provide culturally competent and sensitive services to the Latin community. It provides comprehensive primary care services, and is an ideal setting where Hispanics can feel "at home" while being treated for their medical needs. All income levels accepted. Accepts: Uninsured, Underinsured, Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid Fees: Financial assistance availableLanguages spoken: English, SpanishServices: Primary Care Areas served: Fort Lauderdale Area.
EconoLABS is a division of STAT Health Screens, LLC, a Florida-based limited liability corporation dedicated [since 2005] to providing affordable blood tests and health screens for uninsured and underinsured consumers. We work with major, CLIA-Certified National Laboratories that have over 7000 thousand Patient Service Centers (PSC) across the country.
Miami Dade Free Low-Cost Healthcare
Caridad Center is the largest free clinic in Florida. Caridad Center mission and vision is to upgrade the health, education, and living standards of underserved children and families; and to eliminate the cycle of poverty for the families we serve in South Florida.
Pompano Adult Primary Care Center Annie L. Weaver Health Center
This is a health care center funded by the federal government. This means even if you have no insurance you can be covered. The center is also income based for those making an income. his health center can cover services such as checkups, treatment, pregnancy care (where applicable), immunizations and child care (where applicable), prescription medicine and mental and substance abuse where applicable.