Sep 24 MISP Application Assistance Available in Mecca Monthly MECCA – Starting Sept. 28, registration for the county’s MISP health program will be available at Supervisor John J. Benoit’s Mecca office on a monthly basis. The Medically Indigent Services Program (MISP) provides affordable health care options to Riverside County residents, ages 21 to 64, who lack health insurance or access to a health plan. MISP application assistance is currently provided at the Indio Family Care Center. The service will now be available in Mecca from 9:30 a.m. On the fourth Monday of the month.

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Green Bay Packers Game Attendance. “I was very glad to partner with county hospital and public health staff to provide expanded service, especially for people on limited budgets and without means for transportation,” said Supervisor John J. “Residents of Mecca and surrounding communities now have a closer location to get information about the program and assistance to register.” Supervisor Benoit’s office is located inside the Mecca Community Library, 91-260 Avenue 66. Maria Corona, health services assistant for the Riverside County Department of Public Health, will be stationed there to answer questions and help residents complete paperwork. MISP covers acute illnesses and medical care to prevent disability. The program is designed to reduce costly hospitalization and increase the ability to work. Supervisor Benoit announced the expanded service at the Sept.

9 Mecca North Shore Community Council meeting. To apply and get further information about MISP requirements, contact Maria Corona at 760-863-7358.

MISP is for people who suffer trauma or have other emergency needs. Indigent medical services is mandated by the State of California. The Riverside County Board of Supervisors directs the eligibility criteria and scope of services covered.​ Eligibility MISP is a program which assists people between the ages of 21 – 64 who are not linked to the Medi-Cal Program. Eligible program participants are residents of Riverside County, and their income combined with their assets does not exceed 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. To Obtain MISP ​ To obtain MISP status a client should. • Show proof that you are a legal resident of Riverside County for more than 30 days • Complete an MISP application form • Be an adult between the ages of 21 and 64 • Show proof of income • Show proof of identity • Not be insured or have access to a health plan • Not have a valid Visitor’s visa • Not be in Riverside County for the sole purpose of rehabilitation • Not be in a Skilled Nursing Home (SNF) or Institution for Mentally Disabled (IMD) MISP Application Process Made Easier Since the Affordable Care Act, we have simplified the process of applying for MISP. In an effort to improve customer service, we use the State of California DPSS Medi-Cal application to make determinations for eligibility for various types of medical assistance..

How to Apply We are here to help you through the application process. Call us at 1-877-501-5085 No appointments, Walk – Ins Only Location: Mission Grove Corporate Plaza 7888 Mission Grove Pkwy, Suite 201 Riverside, CA 92508 1-877-501-5085 Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm Open during lunch hours Mail: You can also mail the application to MISP P.O.

Box 9610 Moreno Valley, CA 92552. We do not advise using mail if you need to seek immediate medical attention or if you have follow-up visits or prescriptions to fill within the next 30 days. We do not accept applications via Fax or Drop off. Co-Pa​yments MISP participants are required to pay co-pays prior to receiving medical care or medications. This may be in addition to a share-of-cost payment if you qualify under the MISP eligibility criteria and have income more than 100 percent of the Federal Poverty Level.

Co-pays and share-of-cost payments are collected prior to the time of service. If you fail to pay the co-pay or share-of-cost payment at the time of service, then your visit will be rescheduled. Medications will be held until you pay your co-pay or share-of-cost. You will not be denied health care services for life threatening emergency care. Co-pays are: • $2.00 per prescription • $5.00 per outpatient visit, such as doctors or special visits • $10.00 per emergency room visit • $0.00 per ancillary service such as lab; x-rays; chemo or radiation treatment; or physical, speech or occupational therapy For applicants whose income falls between 100% - 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, you may qualify with a share of cost. The share of cost is paid solely for the months services are rendered.