Medicaid - Long Term Care Services (FORMERLY NURSING HOME DEPARTMENT) | Jefferson County Department Of Job And Family Services
- Provides public insurance to cover medical services. - Offers printed materials on long term care options and waivers to pay for these options. - NOTE: Must first apply for Base Medicaid to be eligible for a waiver to assist those of any age who require long term care, which may include doctor visits, some prescription drugs, hospital care, home care, long-term care, medical equipment, transportation, mental health, vision, dental, substance abuse services and other services. - Medicaid is the payer of last resort. - Medicare will be billed first if client is eligible.
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Physical Address
125 South 5th Street, Steubenville, OH 43952
Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Voice
Fax
(740) 282-7425
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Website
Application process
Call to schedule appointment. Initial application may also be submitted through website (once application is received, client will be contacted within five (5) business days to schedule an appointment). An intake interview is necessary in order to obtain service (Homebound individuals may conduct the interview by phone or send an authorized representative in their place. Call for details.). Clients who may be eligible for Medicare will be referred for enrollment. NOTE: Those who are waiting for disability determination by Social Security can receive their disability determination for Medicaid through the county. This process can take weeks to months.
Fee
- No fee. - Medicare will be billed first if client is eligible.
Eligibility
- Must live in Jefferson County and be a United States citizen. - Serves individuals of any age who need long term care. - Financial eligibility is an income at 225% of the Federal Poverty Level and assets up to $2,000 for an individual and $3,000 for a couple. Those whose income is higher must create a Qualified Income Trust (QIT).
Languages
None.
Service area
Jefferson County, Ohio
Agency info
Jefferson County Department Of Job And Family Services
A local government agency providing public assistance, workforce development, and other social service programs to qualified applicants of Jefferson County, Ohio.