Does MassHealth give free car seats?

If you have MassHealth Standard AND you are enrolled in the BMC HealthNet plan: Or, if you are not enrolled in the BMC HealthNet plan: – The hospital provides free car seats to all those who attend a one-time class on car seat usage.

Does WIC give you a free car seat?

If you are enrolled in government programs like WIC, Medicaid, TANF, or SNAP, you are eligible for a free car seat.

How do I get a free car seat with insurance?

You can apply for the seat through the Health Insurance Marketplace website, or apply directly to any Medicaid state agency. If you’re enrolled in WIC (the supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children), you may also be eligible to receive a free car seat.

Does MassHealth give you a car seat?

Car and Booster Seats As a BMC HealthNet Plan member, each child between 5-65 lbs. can receive an infant seat once per lifetime. When your child is between the ages of 4-8 years old, they are eligible for a booster seat which we will send to replace the infant seat, once requested.

What is the car seat law in Massachusetts?

Answer: All children riding in passenger motor vehicles must be in a federally-approved child passenger restraint that is properly fastened and secured until they are 8 years of age or over 57 inches tall. Children older than 8 years of age or taller than 57 inches must wear seat belts.

Does insurance pay for car seats?

If you do and you were involved in a car crash, replacing the seats for safety reasons may be on your mind. Auto insurance will usually cover the cost of replacing child car seats and booster seats after virtually any crash.

What is MassHealth premium?

The MassHealth Premium Assistance Program helps working individuals and families pay for employer- sponsored health insurance coverage. MassHealth members with access to qualifying employer- sponsored insurance (ESI) may be eligible to enroll in Premium Assistance.

What is BMC Community Alliance?

BMC HealthNet Plan is a non-profit managed care organization that has provided health insurance coverage to Massachusetts residents for more than 20 years.

How to contact BMC HealthNet for car seat?

Call the BMC HealthNet Plan Member Services Department at 888-566-0010 to request your free bike helmet. Car seats play an important part in keeping your children safe while riding in a vehicle. As a BMC HealthNet Plan member, each child between 5-65 lbs. can receive an infant seat once per lifetime.

When do you get free box of diapers from BMC?

BMC HealthNet Plan members must have delivered their baby, completed their postpartum checkup with their doctor or midwife within 1-12 weeks after delivery to be eligible to receive a free box of diapers from BMC HealthNet Plan. You must be a BMC HealthNet Plan member at the time of your postpartum visit to receive a free box of diapers.

How old do you have to be to get dental kit at BMC?

BMC HealthNet Plan members can request dental kits beginning at the age of 4 up until 65 years old. Each member is eligible to receive one dental kit every year. How Do I Get My Dental Kit?

Do you need Member ID for BMC HealthNet?

You will need your BMC HealthNet Plan member ID number to create a login. 20% off prescription glasses (when frames and lenses are purchased together) and 15% off prescription contact lens fitting and evaluation at participating eye care providers. Find participating providers at vsp.com/eye-doctor and show your member ID card when purchasing.