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Not Eligible for Medicaid? Here Are Alternatives for Health Insurance

There are many options to help you get the healthcare you need.

Lauren Smith, MAMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Published on September 29, 2023

Medicaid can be a great resource for low-income Americans, but not everyone may qualify. In this video, learn about other ways to save money on health insurance if you don’t qualify for Medicaid, according to Cindy George, Senior Personal Finance Editor at GoodRx.

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  • Cindy George, MPHCindy George is a veteran health journalist. She became a Pulitzer Prize finalist as a Houston Chronicle reporter and is completing a master's degree in public health.

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