First idea off the top of my head is maybe catastrophic insurance covering major events.  It would not cover doctor checkups and routine stuff, but it may be something to look into.

Jim

-----Original Message-----
From: Chicago-ADHD-Adults@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Chicago-ADHD-Adults@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Keara Conness
Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2006 11:43 AM
To: westerndupageadultchadd@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Chicago-CHADD] Health Insurance Issues

So I've decided to return back to school and get my masters. The problem is that I'm losing my health insurance and although I was certain I'd have no problems getting insurance through school, I was wrong. I several pre-exsisting conditions including ADHD and I have to go through a year waiting period before they'll cover anything for that, which is the whole reason why I am signing up for the health insurance.

Anyone have any ideas how to get around or deal with this? I was under the impression that as long as I had continous coverage, that I would not have this issue, but I was apparently so wrong. I can't afford to do COBRA ($500/month) and I can't get insurance through my parents, so I may end up dropping to part time just so that I can work enough hours to get benefits somewhere (like Starbucks, or somewhere else). Any other ideas?

Keara

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