Panama City Beach
Bay Cares

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Bay Cares is a joint partnership between The Bays Medical Society and the Bay County Health Department to provide specialty medical care for uninsured patients who meet state guidelines.  Over 100 physicians and medical providers volunteer their services to patients through the Bay Cares program.

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What do I need to Qualify?

  • Written referral from doctor, emergency room, health department, etc.
  • Proof of income for one month (pay stub, Social Security, child support, etc.) and/or notarized letter from person providing room and board.
  • Food Stamp Card if applicable.
  • Medicaid proof of application or denial.
  • Vocational Rehabilitation letter of denial if applicable.

Ineligible if have health insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, or Share of Cost Medicaid

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2009 Guidlines

Income Eligibility is based on 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Family Size Monthly (gross) Income

1

$1,354

2

$1,821

3

$2,289

4

$2,756

5

$3,224

6

$3,691

7

$4,159

8

$4,626

For each additional person, add $468

Bay Cares covers ten counties and has a high volume of patients.  In order to meet our patients’ needs efficiently, appointments are required.

To make an appointment or for more information, please call Duke George at 872-4455 ext 1127 or via email.Blue Line