Medicaid enrollees in Jackson and Hillsdale have greater choice

(Grand Rapids, Mich. - April 1, 2010) Priority Health received approval from the State of Michigan’s Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation to expand its Medicaid services to both Jackson and Hillsdale counties. This expansion enables Medicaid recipients to choose Priority Health as their health plan.

"Priority Health is an award-wining health plan that has been providing Medicaid and MIChild services for almost two decades," said Kimberly K. Horn, president and CEO for Priority Health. "We are proud to be able to offer Priority Health’s exceptional value and service to even more individuals in Michigan."

Priority Health's Medicaid program is among the best Medicaid plans in the nation as reported by U.S. News & World Report and the National Committee for Quality Assurance. It is a Qualified Health Plan administering Medicaid health benefits to nearly 65,000 people in 10 counties across Michigan. This program pays for medical assistance for individuals and families with low incomes and resources.

The Michigan Department of Human Services (MDHS) determines eligibility for Medicaid. Individuals or families interested in finding out whether they qualify for Medicaid may call Michigan enrolls at 888 367-6557.

About Priority Health:

Priority Health is an award-winning health plan nationally recognized for creating innovative solutions that impact health care costs while maximizing customer experience. It offers a broad portfolio of products for employer groups and individuals including Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. As a nonprofit company, Priority Health serves more than 600,000 people and continues to be rated among the best health plans in the nation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.