To establish the policy for providing financial assistance under a sliding scale discounting program to. uninsured patients who are determined under the hospitalâs eligibility criteria to lack the ability to pay. for care at full charges. Yale-New Haven Hospital (the âHospitalâ) is guided by a mission to provide.
Alternative Options. You may not need Medigap if your employer offers a retiree insurance plan. In this situation, coordination of benefits between your employerâs health plan and Medicare may make supplemental insurance an unnecessary expense.
Typically, Medicare provides health insurance only to those who are 65 years of age or older, but certain people younger than 65 may qualify. People of any age who suffer from certain disabilities or diseases may be eligible for Medicare hospital insurance. Here's how to qualify for Medicare if you're under 65. 1  Get diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in order to qualify for Medicare before the age of 65 years. 2  Be a disability beneficiary for at least 24 months prior to qualifying for Medicare. 3  Complete the work requirements to qualify for early Medicare. Those who have worked for a long enough period in a federal, state or local government position will meet the requirements set forth by the Social Security disability program (see Resources below).