The healthcare system is complex, with many professionals specializing in different areas of the same system. Use the links below to find professionals and resources who can help.
Connecticut State Office of the Healthcare Advocate (OHA) — Helpful links and resources
Affordable Care and Prescription Options
- Community Health Centers and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) - Use this tool to search by location and find a nearby federally-funded community health center that provides primary medical and dental care to people of all ages, whether or not they have health insurance, with services offered on a sliding fee scale based on ability to pay.
- ArrayRX – A free Connecticut discount card, available through the Access Health CT website, that helps uninsured or underinsured residents save significantly on prescription drug costs at participating pharmacies statewide. Note: ArrayRX may be used as an alternate discount source for some medications, but it does not replace insurance or prevent Medicare late enrollment penalties.
- Cost Plus Drug Company - A free tool to browse low-cost generic medications and have prescriptions filled and shipped directly to your door at cost — with no hidden fees.
- NeedyMeds.org - Search this database for help paying for medications. Enter the name of the medication you are seeking financial help for, and browse by prescription assistance programs, drug discounts, and low-cost clinics. Each program has its own qualifying criteria, but coupons are largely available for all.
- GoodRX - A free tool that lets you compare prescription drug prices at nearby pharmacies and access coupons that can dramatically lower your out-of-pocket medication costs, even if you have insurance.
- Connecticut State Dental Association Community Dental Clinics - A directory of community dental clinics across Connecticut where residents can find low-cost or sliding-scale dental care close to home.
- Finding Dental Care | National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research - A tool that helps patients who are uninsured, underinsured, or on a tight budget find affordable or free dental care options in their area, including community health centers, dental schools, and government programs.
- Health Care - United Way of Connecticut - 211 and eLibrary - Use this phone number (2-1-1) to get connected to local help with food, utilities, rent, transportation, healthcare, and crisis support.
Additional Patient Advocacy and Financial Support Organizations
- Dollar For - A free service to help find out if you qualify for hospital financial assistance (aka hospital charity care) and to assist you with applying if you are likely eligible.
- Patient Advocate Foundation - A national nonprofit that helps patients navigate insurance denials, access financial assistance, and resolve workplace or coverage issues that arise from a serious diagnosis.
- Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition - A searchable database connecting cancer patients with financial assistance programs that can help cover treatment costs, medications, transportation, and other expenses related to their diagnosis.
- HealthWell Foundation - This nonprofit helps people who qualify pay for insurance costs such as copays, deductibles, or premiums for certain diseases.
- Debt collection | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - Use this resource to learn your rights when dealing with debt collectors, including how to recognize illegal practices, dispute a debt, and file a complaint.
- Connecticut Legal Services: Go-to resource for low-income Connecticut residents with low income who need free civil legal help and expert legal representation and advocacy.
- Statewide Legal Services of Connecticut: Free legal helpline for income-eligible Connecticut residents who need guidance on their rights and options —such as how to dispute a bill, negotiate a payment plan, or challenge an insurance denial.
This project was supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number 21.027 awarded to State of Connecticut by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.