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Alternate Name
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Howard County DSS, Medical Assistance
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Description
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OVERVIEW: Provides assistance with screening and applying for Medicaid. Medicaid provides health coverage for some low-income individuals, families, older adults and people with disabilities. Also assists individuals with questions/concerns regarding the Medicare Beneficiary programs. Offers a computer lab with a Navigator to assist with applications.
SERVICES:
(1) MEDICAID-AGED, BLIND OR DISABLED: Serves individuals 65 and older or who are blind, physically disabled, or developmentally disabled. Requires documentation of disability.
Effective 2023:
Income Assets
Individual $3,645 $2,500
Couple $4,932 $3,000
2) QUALIFIED MEDICARE BENEFICIARY PROGRAM: Serves individuals who are on Medicare. Pays Part B premiums, co-payments, and deductibles. If you have questions/concerns, please call Medicare at 800-633-4227.
Effective 2023:
Income Assets
Individual $1,235 $9,090
Couple $1,664 $13,630
3) SPECIAL LOW-INCOME MEDICARE BENEFICIARY PROGRAM: Serves individuals who are Medicare recipients but who are ineligible for Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program. Pays only Part B premium. Includes $20 per month income disregard. If you have any questions/concerns, please call Medicare at 800-633-4227.
Effective 2023:
Income Assets
Individual $1,478 $9,090
Couple $1,992 $13,630
4) EXPANDED MEDICAL ASSISTANCE: Individuals and families may qualify for health care benefits under the Health Care Reform. Eligibility is based on income limits. If you currently have Medical Assistance and have questions, call the MA Helpline at 800-456-8900. If you are uninsured and seeking to apply for MA call a local DSS, or Maryland Health Connection at 855-642-8572.
Household Size Income Limits
1 Less than $20,124
2 Less than $27,228
3 Less than $34,308
4 Less than $41,440
5 Less than $48,504
6 Less than $55,596
Effective 2023
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Howard County
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Hours Of Operation
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The 1st and 3rd Tues of each month DSS is open until 7PM for individuals with hardship that keeps them from coming during normal hours.
Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
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Eligibility
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Anyone in need.
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Languages Offered
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Interpreting services available (may require advance notice).
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Program Fees
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None.
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Application Process
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Interviews are held on a walk-in basis Mon, Tues, Wed., and Thurs. from 8-10:30. Call EX 6283 if you need special accommodations.
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Documents Required
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Call for information.
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Programs at this agency
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Howard County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Howard County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Howard County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Howard County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Howard County Department of Social Services, Project Home
Howard County Department of Social Services, Foster Care and Resource Homes
Howard County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Howard County Department of Social Services, Family Investment Program
Howard County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Howard County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation
Howard County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families With Children
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Fax Number
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410-872-4222
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Main
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410-872-8700
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Main Email Address
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howco.dss@maryland.gov
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Main Contact Name
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Pamela Cheeseboro
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Main Contact Title
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FI Administrator
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Main Contact Phone
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410-872-8712
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Main Contact Email Address
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pamela.cheeseboro@maryland.gov
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Elaine Hutchison
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Director or Senior Administrator Title
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Assistant Director
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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410-872-8262
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Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
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elaine.hutchison@maryland.gov
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Sites offering this Program
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9780 Patuxent Woods Drive
9900 Washington Boulevard North
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