If you are a resident of Maryland, it will also interest you that the United Health Foundation ranked your state as the 26th healthiest state in the U.S. in 2007. However, Health Insurance is equally essential in all the states no matter what rank they get in terms of health of the inhabitants. As a resident of Maryland, you will have several options for covering your health care expenses. If you are not eligible for Medicaid or any other state-supported program, you can buy plans from a private insurer.

Maryland Health Insurance Administration

The Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) regulates the entities and activities of all the insurance companies operating in this state. Being an independent state agency, MIA controls the insurance business in the state that includes the Maryland Health Insurance.

Maryland Health Insurance Plan (MHIP)

The Maryland Health Insurance Plan (MHIP) was established by the General Assembly and is governed by a Board of Directors. Being a Medical program by the state, the MHIP serves those uninsured residents of the state who cannot obtain Medical care from other sources due to certain reasons. The MHIP members are offered plans in form of the policies administered by the CareFirst, BlueCross BlueShield and the CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc.

Children’s Program (MCHP)

The Children’s Program (MCHP) is a state funded program for providing medical care coverage to low-income children and pregnant women. Launched in 1998, children up to the age of 19 and pregnant women of any age can obtain the benefits of this program provided they meet certain income guidelines. The enrollees of MCHP are provided health care from Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) via the Maryland HealthChoice Program.

Maryland Health Insurance Companies

If your income status and resources suggest you to buy a policy from a private company, you will have many options as there are more than 3000 companies offering coverage plans for this state. You can check out a policy from top insurers like Coventry, Atlantic Medical Services, Aps Healthcare or Carefirst of Maryland.

Contact:

Maryland Insurance Administration
525 St Paul Palace, Baltimore
Maryland
Phone: 410-468-2000/1800-492-6116