Health
8930 Stanford Blvd
Columbia, MD 21045
United States
Access to Health Care Services
The Bureau of Access to Health Care Services facilitates enrollment into quality healthcare by: processing insurance applications for low income children under age 19; assisting clients with applying for health insurance and providing services to help clients navigate the Medicaid system; and scheduling transportation for Medicaid recipients to receive necessary medical treatment.
Hours are 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. For additional information call 410-313-5845.
Renewal of Medical Assistance
Did you know that May 31, 2022 will be the last date folks on Medicaid will be able to get a renewal of benefits over the phone. After this date, recipients will have to come in to our offices to determine if they qualify. Call us today at 410-313-5845 to learn more!
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What Is Medicaid?
Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of people, including eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women. Medicaid is administered by states, according to federal requirements.
The Health Department can help if you have questions, need information or want to apply. Contact us at 410-313-5845 or come into our offices at 8930 Stanford Blvd, Columbia, MD 21045. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm.
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Programs
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Administrative Care Coordination Unit (ACCU)/Ombudsman Program
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ACCU's mission is to assist all Medicaid/HealthChoice or Medicaid/HealthChoice eligible individuals to remain in care and have access to needed health care services, local resources and programs
For more information call 410-313-7323 or email askhealth@howardcountymd.gov.
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Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP)
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The Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP) provides transportation services for clients who need medical care and have no transportation.
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Maryland Children's Health Program (MCHP)
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Howard County Health Department determines eligibility for MCHP. The MCHP program provides full health care coverage to pregnant women and children up to 19 years of age. Covered services include in-patient hospital care, doctor visits, lab tests, dental care, eye care, medicines and immunizations.
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Free Smartphone Program
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FREE Smartphones
- 1000 Minutes
- Unlimited Texts
- 1 Gig of Data
Every Month at NO Cost
To qualify you must have:
- Proof of MD residence (photo ID with name and address)
and ONE of the following:
- Medicaid insurance card
- EBT card
- Award letter for: SSI, VA, or Housing Choice Voucher Program
To apply, go to our Free Smartphone Application or call us at 410-313-7504 or 410-313-5845.
Para aplicar por su teléfono inteligent gratis, visite Programa Gratuito de Teléfonos Inteligentes o contactenos al 410-313-0618 o al 410-313-5845.