HEALTH INSURANCE HELP FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV
Helping you find comprehensive health insurance, including medical and prescription coverage
Health insurance can feel confusing, but you don't have to navigate it alone.
The Health Insurance Assistance Program (HIAP) helps people living with HIV find, understand, and use health coverage that supports their care, their needs, and their future.
Free. Confidential. Non-judgmental.
What coverage may include
Depending on eligibility and enrollment, coverage may include:
- Primary and specialty care visits
- Prescription medications (including HIV-related medications)
- Mental health services
- Dental care
- Lab testing, including viral load and CD-4 tests
- Nutritional counseling
Who is eligible?
You may be eligible for HIAP if you are:
If you are unsure whether you qualify, please reach out. We are here to help you figure it out.
What you need to apply
To begin the process, you will be asked to provide:
If you don't have everything ready, that's okay. We can help you gather what you need.
More than enrollment, ongoing support
Getting health insurance is just the first step. We focus on making sure your coverage:
- Supports your health needs
- Remains active and affordable
- Works for you long-term
Access to care shouldn't stop at enrollment; it should continue every day.
Important Update: Medicaid Changes
Medicaid enrollment rules have changed. If you need help recertifying or understanding your options, our team can support you. Please contact your care coordinator or reach out to us directly.
The latest Health Insurance Access Program news and updates
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