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CareLink Program - Cook County Health - Dr. Jorge Prieto Health Center

2424 South Pulaski Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623

Eligibility
Anyone 19-64 years of age living in Cook County without insurance may apply for CareLink. A person's immigration status will not stop them from qualifying for the program. Eligibility is based on gross income, family size, and proof of Cook County residency. Patients must have lived in Cook County for at least 30 days prior to applying.
Hours
Mon 8:00am - 6:00pm Tue 8:00am - 6:00pm Wed 8:00am - 6:00pm Thu 8:00am - 6:00pm Fri 8:00am - 6:00pm Sat 8:00am - 4:00pm Customer Service
Languages
Spanish, Polish, English
Application process
To sign up for CareLink, you will need to go into one of the Cook County Health (CCH) sites to meet with a Financial Counselor. It is recommended that Patients signing up for CareLink complete the application (located on the website), before going in to see a Financial Counselor. If not, they can complete the application with the Financial Counselor. Patients will be asked to give basic information about the number of people in their family, their income, and their birthdates.
Fees
Free
Service area
Cook County, IL
CareLink is a free program that helps Cook County residents cover the cost of care at any Cook County Health facility. CareLink discounts the cost of the following services: primary care visits, specialty doctor visits, clinic visits, lab tests, hospital stays and emergency services.Anyone living in Cook County may apply for financial help. They may also receive help applying for other state and federal medical programs. Patients must meet certain eligibility guidelines to qualify. Those who qualify for the program can receive care at Cook County Health with up to 100% discount on the cost of care.
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211 Metro Chicago
Providing organization
Cook County Health
Cook County Health serves the primary healthcare needs of the people of Cook County. In addition, they operate CountyCare, largest Medicaid managed care plan in the region and the Cook County Department of Public Health, the nationally accredited public health department serving suburban Cook County.