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Information for this article was compiled and edited by Lahle A. Wolfe, Islets of Hope. Important Disclaimer This information for general information purposes only. It is not intended to be used a recommendation or endorse- ment of any program or entity This information is not intended to serve as any form of medical or legal advice. Article Sources National Conference of State Legislatures Government Accountability Office (GAO) report number GAO-05-210 entitled "Managing Diabetes: Health Plan Coverage of Services and Supplies;" released on March 28, 2005. Pennsylvania Laws Affecting Diabetes Care in Schools |
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Pennsylvania - State Diabetes Insurance Coverage Laws
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Parents May be Required by Law to Provide Health Insurance Coverage for Children in PA Pennsylvania law gives the courts the authority to order parents to provide health care coverage for their children if it is available at no cost or at a reasonable cost. Health care coverage includes medical, surgical, dental, orthodontic and optical services. Other services that may be included by court order are psychological, psychiatric or other health care services for a child. When an employed parent is ordered to provide health care coverage, the employer and the health care plan administrator must comply with federal and state laws. Child Support Helpline - Phone: 1-800-932-0211 To learn about the health care coverage programs available in Pennsylvania, which includes Medicaid and CHIP, visit the Web site www.helpinpa.state.pa.us or contact: Medicaid Information Helpline at 1-800-842-2020 Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) - Phone: 1-800-986-KIDS (5437). Click CHIP for general information about the program. You can also visit Islet's of Hope's Pennsylvania - State Insurance and Assistance Programs for Persons with Diabetes page. | ||||||||
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