Frequently Asked Questions

Medical care may be available at one of the Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) located across the state. These centers generally charge based on ability to pay. To see a list of Medicaid enrolled FQHCs, go to https://www.medicaid.alabamaservices.org/providerDirectory/ In some communities, there are services available through the local health department or medical clinics for people who do not have any type of insurance.

As far as Medicaid is concerned, there are limited options. If the person has a child and is a parent/caretaker, or wishes to have family planning coverage only through Plan First, they should check with their former caseworker for help. Plan First does not pay for any other medical services. If you would like to enroll or have questions about the Plan First Program, call 1-888-737-2083. The call is free. If the person is disabled, they may want to consider applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) through the Social Security Administration. Another option is to apply for insurance through the Federal Health Insurance Marketplace at https://www.healthcare.gov/

There are a number of programs that are set up to help people who do not have insurance to get their medicine. Patient Assistance Programs could be a source of prescription assistance. Here is a link for information on those programs: https://medicaid.alabama.gov/content/4.0_Programs/4.3_Pharmacy-DME.aspx