As a summary, this guide will not answer every question for every person in every circumstance. In addition, it is not a substitute for legal advice. If you have more questions, contact the agencies listed below or consult an attorney.
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For questions about: |
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Individual health insurance State continuation coverage Fully insured group health insurance |
Mississippi Insurance Department (800) 562-2957 (in-state only) (601) 359-2453 |
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Self-insured group health plans COBRA continuation coverage Family and Medical Leave Act |
U.S. Department of Labor Employee Benefits Administrator Employee & Employer Assistance Hotline and Publications (866) 444-EBSA (3272) |
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Mississippi Comprehensive Health Insurance Risk Pool Association (MCHIRPA) |
(601) 899-9967 or (888) 820-9400 |
| Medicaid (for families and children) |
Mississippi Department of Human Services (800) 948-3050 |
| Medicaid (for elderly and disabled persons) |
Mississippi Division of Medicaid (800) 421-2408 |
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Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) |
Mississippi Department of Human Services (877) 543-7669 |
| Mississippi Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program |
Mississippi Department of Health Personal Health Services (800) 721-7222 |
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The Federal Health Coverage Tax Credit (HCTC) |
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) (Click on HCTC) or call HCTC customer service center 1-866-628-HCTC (1-866-628-4282) |
