Early and continual prenatal care plays an important role in positive pregnancy results and the birth of a healthy baby. Ohio Medicaid’s PRS (Pregnancy Related Services) program was developed to improve and maintain the health of the pregnant woman, increase her chances for a healthier baby and promote positive birth outcomes. This is a free service to all Medicaid eligible pregnant women and is also known as the Healthy Start Program for pregnant women. An application for eligibility can be completed at your local County Department of Job and Family Services (CDJFS), online through the Self Service Portal or by calling the Medicaid Consumer Hotline at 1-800-324-8680 (TDD 1-800-292-3572).
Eligibility
A woman may be eligible for PRS from the date she suspects that she is pregnant and reports it to her County Department of Job and Family Services through 60 days after the end of her pregnancy. She may also have eligibility for three months prior to her date of application (retroactive eligibility). If there are problems determining a woman’s initial eligibility for the program, Expedited Medicaid may also be available for 60 days for any pregnant woman who verifies her pregnancy to Allen County Job and Family Services, but is required to submit other verification prior to ongoing approval. Expedited Medicaid services will cover her pregnancy related doctor’s visits and prescriptions.
Covered Services
The enhanced services of the PRS program include referrals, individual pregnancy counseling and education, group education, case management, nutrition intervention, transportation to Medicaid reimbursable appointments and fetal delivery.
At Allen County Department of Job and Family Services, we have designated PRS coordinators to provide case management, referrals and transportation services.
Healthchek Services for Children Younger than Age 21
Healthchek is Ohio’s Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT) Program. It is a service package for babies, kids, and young adults younger than age 21 who are enrolled on Ohio Medicaid. The purpose of Healthchek is to discover and treat health problems early. If a potential health problem is found, further diagnosis and treatment are covered by Medicaid.
Healthchek covers ten check-ups in the first two years of life and annual check-ups thereafter and offers a comprehensive physical examination that includes:
- medical history
- complete unclothed exam (with parent approval)
- developmental screening (to assess if child’s physical and mental abilities are age appropriate)
- vision screening
- dental screening
- hearing assessment
- immunization assessment (making sure child receives them on time)
- lead screening; and
- other services or screenings as needed
If your child(ren) are enrolled on Ohio Medicaid, Healthchek services are available to them. If you are younger than age 21 and are also enrolled, you can receive Healthchek services, too.
For more information:
If you still have questions about Healthchek, send the State a note through the Healthchek Questions form or call (419) 999-0202.
Allen County Healthchek and Pregnancy Related Services Useful Links
Find below a listing of possible resources for assistance with clothing, housing, food, and other services in Allen County.
Women Infants and Children
940 N Cable Road, Suite 4
Lima, OH 45805
419-224-8200
Allen County Health Department
219 E Market St
Lima, OH 45801
419-228-4457
Allen Metropolitan Housing
Section 8 Program
600 S. Main St.
Lima, OH 45804
419-228-6065
West Ohio Community Action Partnership
540 S. Central Ave
Lima, OH 45804
419-227-2586
United Way of Lima
616 South Collett Street
Lima, OH 45805
419-227-6341
Help Me Grow
967 Bellefontaine Ave
Lima, OH 45804
419-665-3322
