Nevada

The following information details health insurance and assistance programs available to uninsured people in Nevada. If you currently have health insurance or have just lost health insurance coverage within the past 60 days, visit our home page. 

Nevada Division of Insurance - (888) 872-3234 (toll-free), (775) 687-4270 (Carson City) or (702) 486-4007 (Las Vegas)
In Nevada, state law allows health insurance companies to turn people down for individual health insurance coverage based on the status of their health. Even though you can be turned down for an individual policy in Nevada, you can never be turned down for health insurance that is offered through an employer.

If you are having a problem with your state-regulated health plan and you are unable to resolve it with the plan directly, file a complaint with the Division of Insurance. They may be able to provide you with assistance in reaching a conclusion.

Nevada Medicaid - (775) 684-0500
Medicaid is available to anyone who meets income and eligibility criteria. Even if your income meets the criteria, you must fall into one of the eligibility categories in order to qualify. Contact your state Medicaid program for more information.

Nevada Check-Up - State Children’s Health Insurance Program - (800) 360-6044
Nevada Check-Up is the health insurance program designed to provide coverage to children and teens up to age 19 whose families may have too great an income to qualify for Medicaid, but who may not be able to afford health insurance.Visit the Web site to find out if you or your child meets the income guidelines.

If you or your loved one is unable to see a physician due to the cost of care, there may be a local community health clinic in your area. These clinics generally are free to patients or require a very small fee. Find a clinic in your area.