Services for Uninsured and Underinsured

Unison Health strives to ensure that our clients, including those who are uninsured or underinsured, receive the best and most affordable care. Depending on household income, Lucas and Wood County clients could be eligible to access all of the services that Unison Health offers at a discounted rate. As a matter of fact, many Lucas and Wood County clients are eligible for free services at Unison Health. This discount is eligible to Lucas and Wood County residents even if they are insured by private, Marketplace or Medicare insurance plans. Prior to seeing a therapist or prescriber for the first time, Unison Health’s registration staff will assess whether Lucas and Wood County residents are eligible for discounted services and/or Ohio Medicaid.  

Coverage for Ohio Residents  

Ohio residents who do not have health insurance coverage could be eligible for Ohio Medicaid. Ohio Medicaid assists those in need to obtain services and programs to strengthen the health and well-being of its consumers. To learn more about Medicaid programs and eligibility, go to Ohio Benefits.

Michigan residents are not eligible for Ohio Medicaid or discounted services at Unison Health.

Additional Coverage for Lucas County Residents

Lucas County residents whose household income is within the parameters listed below are eligible for some level of discount. The length of time that a person is eligible for that subsidy varies based on a variety of factors.  

Additional Coverage for Wood County Residents

Wood County residents whose household income is within the parameters listed below are eligible for some level of discount; however, individuals with no insurance and an income at or below 133% of the federal poverty level must apply for and be approved for Medicaid before services can be subsidized.

 What to Expect

 Client responsibilities at registration: 

• Arrive on time for the appointment 
• Bring insurance cards for all active plans 
• Bring proof of residency- i.e. a photo ID with current address, a piece of mail with client name and current address, lease agreement for current address 
• Bring proof of income for all members of the household- i.e. pay stubs, Social Security award letters, W-2s 
• Be prepared to complete a Medicaid application if the household income is at or below 133% of the federal poverty level
• It is strongly suggested that potential clients contact their insurance company to verify that mental health and substance use disorder treatment is covered and to confirm the expected cost of services- i.e. copays, coinsurance, deductibles 

Failure to uphold the client’s responsibilities could result in cancellation of the appointment with the therapist or prescriber.  

What to expect from Unison Health at registration:

• Registration staff will enroll all eligible Lucas and Wood County residents for discounted services with the Lucas County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board or the Wood County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board (to learn more about our funding boards, please visit lcmhrsb.oh.gov and www.wcadmh.org )
• Registration staff will assist all eligible clients in applying for Ohio Medicaid
• Registration staff will provide a list of common services and the full cost of those services