Insurance

Steph had decent insurance from her employer, but she went out on medical leave early (due to high-risk pregnancy), and had to file temporary disability with the state. Because of medical leave, she lost her insurance and had to go on State insurance. Two months ago, she set up her HMO through State insurance. It still has not been processed, and she was not able to be seen by the doctor today because of this. They don't take straight Medicaid, and they charged 250 for a visit (wouldn't bill us, wouldn't come down on the price), so they told her to reschedule.

Family Leave act requires that employers keep employees insured during leave, but since her employer had less than x number of people, it does not fall under the Family Medical Leave Act.