Dave,
Below is a link to a document on the AHCCCS (AZ Medicaid) site that details the monthly income limits in order to be eligible for AZ Medicaid. This might apply in the event that you became unemployed.
http://www.ahcccs.state.az.us/publi...meLimits/AHCCCSIncomeLimitsApril2003.pdf To apply for AZ Medicaid, visit:
http://www.ahcccs.state.az.us/Services/AZRes.asp If you are considering changing jobs and are concerned about pre-existing condition exclusions, you should consider COBRA coverage with your former employer and try to negotiation an increase in salary with your new employer to cover the cost rather than insuring yourself through them. The new employer is not under any obligation to do so however. Also please keep in mind that COBRA coverage is valid for a specifica period of time only (it is temporary coverage). For mor on COBRA coverage and rule, visit:
http://www.cobrainsurance.com/ Generally, you should continue your health coverage under COBRA if you...
> have had comprehensive benefits and don't mind paying more for them
>want continual, guaranteed coverage at a higher cost
>have had recent health problems
>have had ongoing health problems
>are taking expensive medications
>have been declined for private insurance recently
>have a history of medical problems
>have had an accident within the 60 day window of enrollment
>are pregnant or planning to get that way
>got a job and your new employer does not offer a health plan
If you are married, you may want to look into jumping over to your spouse's insurance (if applicable) before changing jobs. Sometimes pre-existing conditions are nto a factor here.
Please let me know if there is anything else I can do for you.
