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The information below is for your reference. Please talk to your HIV medical case manager, benefits navigator, or call the
Health Information Helpline at 215-985-2437
to learn about available resources.
To find other services or assistance you may be eligible for, contact
BenePhilly provides free, one-on-one help to Philadelphia residents with enrollment in public benefit programs.
If you have HIV and live in Philadelphia or nearby counties (Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, and Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem in New Jersey), and your household income is under 350% of the federal poverty level, you qualify for Ryan White-funded HIV care and support services. Use this table to check if your household income qualifies.
If you’re eligible for Ryan White services, you can get help paying for medications and lab tests through the Pennsylvania State Special Pharmaceutical Benefits Program (SPBP). SPBP may also help with certain Medicare Part C and D plans.
If you reside in New Jersey, assistance is offered through the AIDS Drugs Distribution Program (ADDP). This program differs in eligibility criteria and coverage. To learn more, go to the ADDP website (Department of Health | HIV, STD, and TB Services | Free Medications for Individuals with HIV/AIDS).
PHMC Emergency Financial Assistance Services
In Philadelphia and surrounding counties, Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC) offers emergency financial assistance for HIV medications that aren’t covered by insurance or other programs. A HIV medical case manager can help you access this service and plan your medical care and costs. If you don’t have a medical case manager, call the Health Information Helpline at 215-985-2437.
To learn more about SPBP and apply, visit the SPBP website.
To find local HIV care resources, visit the resource finder page or call the Health Information Helpline at 215-985-2437.
If you live outside the coverage area, use the HRSA medical provider finder tool.
If you’re eligible for health insurance, it’s important to apply and enroll. Ryan White funds can help with costs not covered by your insurance.
Medicaid is a public health insurance program that covers adults with low income, pregnant people, children, elderly people, and people with children. Eligibility for Medicaid depends on the state you live in. In Pennsylvania, Medicaid was expanded under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to include adults with lower incomes.
If you think you may be eligible for Medicaid, talk to your HIV medical case manager, benefits navigator, or visit BenePhilly for help with applying.
For more information on Medicaid:
Medicare is a public health insurance program that covers people 65 and older and some people under 65 with disabilities or certain health conditions. Medicare has four parts: A, B, C, and D. Each part covers different healthcare services. You may have a combination of Parts A, B, and D, or choose a Medicare Part C plan, which sometimes includes prescription drug coverage.
If you’re eligible for the Special Pharmaceutical Benefits Program (SPBP) but not Medicaid, you can get help paying for certain Medicare Part C and D plans. To learn more, visit the PA Department of Health website or talk to a benefits navigator or HIV medical case manager.
To find the best Medicare option for your needs, you can get help by:
For more information on Medicare:
Most people in the United States get health insurance through their job. This is private insurance where your employer pays part of the premiums. Large employers must offer health insurance to full-time employees and their children. If you lose employer-sponsored healthcare coverage, you can keep it temporarily through COBRA.
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You can buy private health insurance plans through the Health Insurance Marketplace, also called the Exchange. All Marketplace plans cover the same basic health benefits, and eligible people can apply for subsidies to help lower costs. In Pennsylvania, the health insurance Marketplace is called Pennie.
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CHIP is a public health insurance program for children who are not covered by Medicaid or other health insurance. Depending on your household size and income, you may be eligible for free, low-cost, or full-cost coverage through CHIP. If you think your child may be eligible, talk to your HIV medical case manager, benefits navigator, or visit BenePhilly for help with applying.
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides healthcare benefits for veterans of the U.S. military, army, navy, or air force who were not dishonorably discharged. VA healthcare benefits can be used with other healthcare coverage. If you think you may be eligible for VA benefits, talk to your HIV medical case manager, benefits navigator, or visit BenePhilly for help with applying.
Visit VA.gov for eligibility information and to apply.
TRICARE provides healthcare coverage for active-duty members of the United States Uniformed Service and their families. TRICARE can be used with other healthcare coverage. If you think you may be eligible for TRICARE, talk to your medical HIV medical case manager, benefits navigator, or visit BenePhilly for help with applying.
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You can get help finding out which resources are available to you by contacting your HIV medical case manager, benefits navigator, or calling the Health Information Helpline at 215-985-2437.
HIV Medication Assistance Programs
There are several programs available to help cover the cost of HIV medication. A HIV medical case manager, can connect you to these services, assist with planning your medical care, and help manage any related costs. If you don’t already have a HIV medical case manager, you can call the Health Information Helpline at 215-985-2437 for assistance. You can also explore available options by visiting the Medication Assistance Programs website.
Please talk with your HIV medical case manager, benefits navigator, or call the Health Information Helpline at 215-985-2437 to find out which resources are available to you. Nobody should go without HIV care and treatment because they can’t afford it.
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For additional HIV care and support services, including food delivery, help paying for medication, mental health support, housing, and more, try our resource tool.
Whether you’re visiting or live in Philly, Philly Keep on Loving has everything you need to keep things fun and worry-free this summer. Find free resources all across the city:
Think it might be an STI? Here’s where to go for a walk-in appointment:
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If you do not have a case manager, please reach out to the Health Information Helpline at 215-985-2437 to be assigned a case manager and/or to get help finding assistance.
Ayuda para facilitar las necesidades de atención médica y salud mental de personas con VIH, proporcionando además servicios de apoyo.
Ayuda a corto plazo para cubrir necesidades de emergencia, incluidos los servicios públicos, la vivienda y el transporte.
Ayuda para el pago de medicamentos.
Tratamiento por el consumo de drogas o alcohol en un consultorio u oficina clínica.
Cuidado dental.
Ayuda para obtener alimentos, ya sea en un banco de alimentos o con entrega a domicilio.
Información y educación sobre cómo se transmite el VIH y cómo atender sus necesidades de salud.
Esta agencia se idenfica como proveedor de servicios para personas de 12 a 24 años de edad. La agencia puede proveer servicios para gente de otras edades.
Línea directa para obtener medicamentos que previenen el VIH después de una exposición.
Prueba de VIH disponibles en un servicio de atención sin cita previa.
Servicios médicos de atención primaria disponibles independientemente de la capacidad de pago, el estado del seguro o el estatus migratorio.
Servicios para prevenir la transmisión del VIH relacionada con el consumo de sustancias.
Servicios para prevenir la transmisión del VIH y las sobredosis. Los servicios incluyen el intercambio de jeringas usadas por nuevas, con el fin de prevenir el VIH y otras enfermedades transmisibles.
Atención médica para el VIH en consultorios u oficinas clínicas.
Un consejero u otro profesional que lo ayude a abordar problemas de salud mental.
Atención en salud sexual, pruebas de STI y pruebas de VIH en una clínica de atención sin cita previa.
Ayuda por parte de un abogado.
Traducción de idiomas para el médico u otro proveedor de servicios.
Acceso en línea y por teléfono a medicamentos para prevenir el VIH.
Asesoramiento de un profesional autorizado sobre qué comer según las necesidades médicas específicas y ayuda para obtener alimentos o suplementos nutricionales (como Ensure).
Transporte hacia citas médicas.
Ayuda para el pago de la vivienda destinada a personas con VIH que están sin hogar o enfrentan inseguridad habitacional.
Ayuda a corto plazo para pagar la renta.
Agency has identified itself as a provider of services specifically for the age group from 12 to 24. The agency may also provide services for other age groups.
Short-term help paying for an emergency need, including utilities, housing, and transportation.
Help with paying for medication.
Help with getting food, either at a food bank or delivered to your home.
Services to prevent HIV transmission and overdose. Services include exchange of used syringes for new syringes in order to prevent HIV and other communicable diseases.
Information and education on how HIV is transmitted and how to take care of your health needs.
These are services that are sometimes called “Ryan White Services.” They are services to provide HIV care or other assistance to individuals with HIV.
These services are meant to help prevent HIV transmission. Some services are specific to people who are HIV negative, and other services are available regardless of HIV status.
HIV testing in a walk-in setting.
Help from a lawyer.
Help facilitating healthcare and mental health needs for people with HIV while providing support services.
Advice from a licensed professional about what to eat for a specific medical need and help getting food or nutritional supplements (such as Ensure).
Transportation to medical appointments.
A counselor or other professional to help deal with a mental health problem.
Dental care.
HIV medical care in an office or clinic.
A hotline to find medicine to prevent HIV after an exposure.
Primary medical care services available regardless of ability to pay, insurance status, or immigration status.
Short-term help paying rent.
Drug or alcohol treatment at an office or clinic.
Online and phone access to medicine to prevent HIV.
Help paying for housing for people with HIV experiencing homeless or with housing insecurity.
Sexual health, STI testing, and HIV testing in a walk-in clinic.
