Community Forum

Have a question, or want to share your own tips and experiences? Join the discussion in the community forum. You must be registered to participate. Our forums are moderated by Crohn's & Colitis Foundation staff to facilitate a safe environment.

finding health insurance


Fri, February 27, 2009 10:45 AM

I've been trying to find health insurance for myself and not having any success.  I am referring to insurance you purchase yourself, not through a group plan with your employer.  Apparently my ulcerative colitis makes me uninsurable.  Has anyone else run into this problem?  Has anyone found insurance that would cover them even with an IBD?   This has been very frustrating.  Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

FPO marianne
Joined Sep 26, 2008

Wed, March 04, 2009 1:00 AM

 Reply posted for Marianne.

I know exactly how you feel. I've had a hard time finding health insurance on my own. but thankfully through my husband I got health insurance. I don't know what state you're in,but in the state of Florida,if you don't qualify for medicaid,there are low income health insurance regardless of your pre existing health condition. maybe you could look into that. hope things work out....



Dawn

FPO dawn28789
Joined Mar 4, 2009

Related Topics

IBD and trauma
Author Image Janeliza
Joined Apr 13, 2022

Hi all! I've had Crohn's since 2014 with m....

read more

Life Insurance?
Author Image Aperson1
Joined Dec 2, 2022

40 y.o. male looking to get life insurance.  ....

read more

IBD and exercise/sport
Author Image JS25
Joined Aug 14, 2023

This is my first post. I am 28 and I was diagnosed....

read more