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5+ years
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Insurance and coverage, explained

Medicaid, private plans, and school services — who pays for what.

School services are free and separate from your insurance. A child can have both.

If a claim is denied, request the denial in writing and ask about the appeal window.

Your care navigator can call your plan with you and interpret the conversation.

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