Medicaid

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Assists families of children and youth who have special health care needs with coordinated care planning, education and resources, in order for them to make informed decisions. This may include primary and special health care, behavioral health, developmental and educational programs, financial support resources and social services that meet their special needs from infancy through the transition to adulthood.

Transition to Adulthood website provides age-specific recommendations and community resources for any Utah resident age 12-22 who requests assistance with transition preparation and readiness.

Technology Loan Service- lends Chromebooks and hotspots to families in need. Available in Blanding, Richfield, Vernal, Moab, Price, Ogden and Salt Lake City.

M-F 8 - 5
Eric Christensen, Program Manager
Care Coordinators

• Medicaid Information/Counseling
• CHIP Programs
• Specialized Information and Referral
• Navigator Programs
• General Health Insurance Information/Counseling

ACA Certified Application Counselor/Navigator 801-567-8508

• Medicaid Information/Counseling
• COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests
• Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
• Medicaid Appeals/Complaints
• State Medicaid Waiver Programs
• State/Local Health Insurance Programs

Provides preventative medical and dental care for children ages 0-20 enrolled in Traditional Medicaid. 

Services Include:

• Preventative Physicals
• Hearing and Vision Screenings
• Mental Health Care
• Immunizations
• Dental Care 

Provides employment and support services to help customers improve their economic opportunities, including services for veterans. Employment services include occupational counseling, job search assistance, workshops, and connections to educational opportunities. Other support services include financial assistance, SNAP, Child Care, and eligibility to Medicaid, UPP, and CHIP.

COVID-19 Update: the Pandemic-EBT program provides students who were eligible in March for free or reduced-fee lunches a prepaid debit card or additional food stamp funds of $308 for addressing emergency food needs during the pandemic.

• Refugee/Entrant Cash Assistance
• TANF Applications
• General Relief Applications
• Mortgage Payment Assistance
• Rent Payment Assistance
• EBT Card Services
• Child Care Expense Assistance
• Burial/Cremation Expense Assistance
• CHIP Programs
• Medicaid Applications
• Landlord/Tenant Dispute Resolution
• Food Stamps/SNAP Applications
• Utility Service Payment Assistance

You can apply for health insurance, tax credits, and Medicaid through the Marketplace via HealthCare.gov, myCase, or at your local DWS employment center.

If you have already applied for or are receiving medical assistance, you can sign up or log in to myCase to get information, recertify and manage your benefits.
"case" refers to case number

If you'd like to obtain free assistance applying for Medicaid/CHIP visit www.takecareutah.org or call 211.

internet-based, statewide

Provides non-emergency transportation options for eligible Medicaid members to assist with transportation to medical appointments.

UTA Bus - for those with Traditional Medicaid and who live in an area served by UTA or Cedar Area Transportation Services (CATS). Contact a Medicaid eligibility worker for more information. 

Para-Transit Bus Services are available in some areas. Contact Medicaid at 801- 538-6155 or toll-free at 1-800-662-9651 for FlexTrans vouchers.

ModivCare (formerly LogistiCare) - for those with no other way to get to Medicaid covered services. Call 1-855-563-4403 three business days in advance to set up your ride. Have the following ready when calling:

• Name and birth date of the patient
• Medicaid ID
• Address and phone number of picked up location
• Name, address and phone number of Medicaid medical provider being seen
• Date and time of the appointment
• Will an attendant be riding also?
• Can the patient walk unaided? If not, what type of aid will be used?

Connector Service assists patients and families with scheduling and support services, including home visits by a registered nurse. Three or more chronic illnesses, such as: cerebral palsy, neurologic impairments, feeding issues, or vision/hearing impairment. A multi-disciplinary team assists children who have multiple, complex chronic illnesses. Interventions, including home visitation, help support the family so children can grow healthy in their home environments. Facilitating communication among providers is an essential objective. Shared Plan of Care.

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Erin Avondet, MD Pediatrician and Medical Director
Christine Aubert, PA-C Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Karine Romero, RN, Care Manager
Sommon Ameri, Transitionist
Comprehensive Care Clinic 801-213-3599

Any pediatric specialty except: active Hematology/Oncology, Cystic Fibrosis, Spina Bifida, Transplant, or Neurobehavior Home Clinic