Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities - Itasca County Health and Human Services
Medical Assistance for Employed Persons with Disabilities promotes competent employment and the economic self-sufficiency of people with disabilities by assuring continued access to Medical Assistance for necessary health care services. MA-EPD allows working people with disabilities to qualify for MA under higher income and asset limits than regular MA. The goal of the program is to encourage people with disabilities to work and enjoy the benefits of being employed. MA-EPD pays for the same services as regular Medical Assistance, including: - Home care services - Inpatient hospital services - Medical equipment services - Mental health services - Personal assistance services - Physical, occupational and speech therapy - Physician and health clinic visits - Prescription drugs
Categories
Last assured
08/06/2024
Physical Address
1209 SE 2nd Avenue, Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Hours
8 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday
Voice
Voice
Fax
(218)327-5548
Website
Application process
Minnesota Health Care Programs Application
Fee
People with incomes, earned and unearned, may qualify for the sliding fee scale which is based on the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG).
Required documents
- proof of assets - proof of disability - proof of employment Proof of Household Income
Eligibility
Primarily serves Itasca County Be certified disabled by either the Social Security Administration or the State Medical Review Team. Be at least 16 but under 65 years of age. Be employed. Not be eligible for Medical Assistance under other, more beneficial categories. Meet the asset limit. Pay a premium, if required.
Languages
English
Service area
Itasca County, MN
Agency info
Itasca County Health and Human Services
County Health and Human Services is a public agency which provides social services, financial assistance, and health related services to residents of the county. The Major divisions within the Department include social services for children and families, elderly and disabled populations; ;and those dealing with mental health or chemical dependency.