There are many public health insurance plans and options that make healthcare accessible to all Wyoming residents. These services are provided through the U.S. federal government or Wyoming Medicaid and Medicare programs. These public health insurance programs are available to you in the event that you are unable to afford other health insurance options, you reach the appropriate age bracket, or are disabled. Click on an area below to be taken to more detailed pages about Obamacare (the Affordable Care Act), Medicaid, or Medicare programs, plans, options, and FAQs.
Obamacare, The Affordable Care Act
Obamacare, or the Affordable Care Act, refers to any health insurance plan that can be purchased through the federally operated Health Insurance Marketplace. When applying for Obamacare, you may also potentially qualify for cost assistance or government subsidies.
Learn More About Wyoming Obamacare options, government subsidies, and how to sign up.
Wyoming Medicare
Wyoming Medicare is the federal health insurance for those who are 65 years of age or older, or who have a specific disability such as end-stage renal disease. If you have Medicare Part A today, you meet the requirements for qualified health coverage per the Affordable Care Act. Medicare Part B, unfortunately, does not meet this requirement so you will need additional health insurance coverage to avoid the Affordable Care Act penalty. Currently, 16% of the Wyoming population utilize Medicare benefits.
Wyoming Medicare programs and services include:
- Original Medicare Plans - Part A (hospital insurance), Part B (medical insurance)
- Medicare Advantage Plan - Part C
- Medicare Rx Plan - Part D (prescription drug)
- Medigap
- HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program)
Learn More About Wyoming Medicare Plans, what they cover, and how to sign up.
Wyoming Medicaid: Health Insurance For Low-Income
Wyoming Medicaid is the state-funded health insurance for low-income individuals, families, pregnant women, and those with disabilities. Wyoming opted to not expand eligibility for Medicaid leaving about 11,000 residents without access to affordable coverage. In recent years, Wyoming Medicaid enrollment has actually decreased. As such, individuals with no dependent children have no current options under Wyoming Medicaid.
Wyoming Medicaid programs include:
- CHIP - All Kids
- Patient 1st
- APEC
Learn More About Wyoming Medicaid plans, options, and how to sign up.
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