Health Services and Assistance for Non-covered Participants

The DGA-Producer Pension and Health Plans has assembled this list of additional services and assistance available through the entertainment industry and State and Federal governments. Each of these organizations have different qualification standards. The level of services available may be based on whether you or your circumstances meet their criteria. These organizations are not affiliated with the Plans; therefore, the Plans cannot provide any assurance that you will meet their qualification standards.

You may be eligible for subsidized health coverage through the Health Insurance Exchange.

www.healthcare.gov

AFL-CIO MEDICARE ADVANTAGE

A Medicare Advantage plan that offers health coverage for participants aged 65+ with no DGA-Producer Health Plan coverage. Benefits include hearing, vision and Rx gap coverage, along with nationwide access to providers.
(833) 371-1160

Provides, among other services, confidential loans to Directors Guild of America members who are facing short-term financial hardship.

(310) 289-2037

www.dga.org

Delta Dental offers individual and family self-pay plans for those without dental coverage through the DGA Health Plan, including plans specifically for AARP members. www.deltadentalins.com/smileon  

A nonprofit organization that helps entertainment and performing arts professionals nationwide. A wide range of health and financial services are available. Find more information at www.entertainmentcommunity.org

Los Angeles Office
(323) 933-9244
New York Office
(212) 221-7300
Chicago Office
(312) 372-0989
Health Specialist
Jim Brachitta
(212) 221-7300, Ext. 073
jbrachitta@entertainment.org
If you are working, but unable to afford health coverage for your children due to limited income, your children may be qualified to obtain health coverage under this program. Every state has different eligibility rules.
California (800) 880-5305 (Medi-Cal for Families)
New York (800) 698-4543 (NY Medicaid and Child Help+)
www.insurekidsnow.gov
Medicaid is a state-administered and state and federally funded health insurance program for low-income individuals and families. Guidelines vary by state.
(877) 267-2323
www.medicaid.gov
The Motion Picture and Television Fund provides medical care assistance, temporary emergency financial assistance, elder care assistance and more.
(323) 634-3888
www.mptf.com

The Medicine Assistance Tool from Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) is a search engine that helps patients find prescription assistance programs according to the medications they take.
(888) 477-2669
www.medicineassistancetool.org

The RxSavingsPlus® card from CVS Health can help you save an average of 55% off generic* prescription drugs and an average of 24% off brand name drugs* at more than 65,000 participating pharmacies nationwide. Discounts are also available on over-the-counter products with a doctor’s written prescription, many diabetes supplies, and certain pet medications.

(877) 673-3688

www.dgaplans.org/rxsavingspluscard

*Savings are off the medication’s full retail price. Discounts vary by pharmacy.

VSP Vision’s Individual Vision Plans offer coverage options with affordable payments and low out-of-pocket costs. There are several options to choose from, including plans that start as low as $13 a month.

(833) 533-7877

www.keepVSP.com

LOCATION-SPECIFIC SERVICES AND ASSISTANCE

Assists California residents in choosing and enrolling in an insurance plan that best fits their needs.
(833) 777-3447
www.ehisca.com

Assists eligible entertainment industry employees with their COBRA premium payments.

(800) 342-3736

www.dgaplans.org/nycobrasubsidy

The Samuel J. Friedman Health Center for the Performing Arts is a primary and specialty care medical provider for New York City’s performing arts and entertainment industry professionals and offers continuity of care for those who experience regular changes in health insurance coverage.
(212) 930-7300
www.mountsinai.org/locations/samuel-friedman