Healthcare when you work for yourself in Cincinnati

Start with the kind of care you need

SakeOf is a healthcare membership built around practical ways to approach care: everyday-care services when selected and active, your choice of provider for in-person needs, help understanding medical bills, and community support for larger eligible events. You can begin with the immediate question in front of you, then use the calculator or Savings Guide to understand membership options and costs.

For a minor concern that may be handled virtually, check whether Zero Copay Telemedicine is active for you. The service offers telemedicine access at zero dollars under its program terms. A clinician can assess your concern and discuss an appropriate next step. For an in-person appointment, use the provider search to explore options and contact the provider about the service and expected charges.

Make everyday care more connected

Selected, active Rx and Prescription Benefits may support prescription needs under their terms. Ask the prescribing clinician or pharmacy about the medication, availability, and any separate cost. Mental Health and Counseling offers unlimited on-demand telephonic counseling at zero dollars, with 24/7 access to master’s-level counseling professionals for the member and eligible enrolled dependents. Up to three face-to-face counseling consultations per incident may be arranged when available.

Virtual Primary Care adds a dedicated physician relationship and ongoing virtual follow-up support. The current feature adjustment is $15 per month and includes an annual virtual wellness visit, a health-risk assessment, and chronic-care or medication-management support when clinically appropriate for virtual care. It requires Rx and Prescription Benefits, Zero Copay Telemedicine, and Mental Health and Counseling to remain active.

Other optional features can address particular needs: Maternity Care is listed at $18 per month; Chiropractic and Acupuncture at $14; Physical and Occupational Therapy at $11; and Durable Medical Equipment at $7. Dental and Vision Discounts is listed at $9 per month. With that option, members pay participating providers directly at applicable discounted rates; discounts vary and routine dental and vision bills are not community-shared under the option. Check the current feature details in the calculator or ask Jordan which options align with your needs.

Choose local care for an in-person visit

Cincinnati Health Department’s City of Cincinnati Primary Care program lists six community health centers offering medical care. The department also lists dental services. Call 513-357-7320 to ask about appointments and which center offers the service you need. Confirm current arrangements and expected charges with the center before visiting. ^{summitcountyhealth.org}

For specific county public-health services, Hamilton County Public Health lists STI/HIV testing and treatment, tuberculosis services, and Children with Medical Handicaps support at its clinic at 5050 Section Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45212. Call 513-946-7610 to ask about current services, arrangements, eligibility, and fees. This is a county resource, not a service listing specific to ZIP 45207. ^www.scph.org

UC Health and TriHealth list Cincinnati hospital and other care locations. For planned care, contact the provider about availability and request an estimate for the particular service. TriHealth also describes financial-assistance and financial-counseling options; contact the health system to ask about current requirements. ^{summitcountyhealth.org}

For public-program information, Ohio Medicaid provides benefit, provider-directory, and application resources. Medicare Care Compare is a federal tool for finding and comparing Medicare-approved providers. These are state and federal resources, respectively; use them to investigate options and contact providers to confirm details for your situation. ^{www.cityofbarberton.com homechoice.medicaid.ohio.gov}

Get help making sense of a bill

Full Service advocacy can help you work through a confusing bill with bill verification, fair-price review, and negotiation support. Keep the itemized bill, including service dates, provider information, and CPT or HCPCS codes when available. SakeOf may also request medical records, clinical notes, diagnosis or procedure details, billing records, or a signed release to review the submission.

Submit complete documents within six months of the service date. Send a balance bill, denial, or payment demand within 10 days of receiving it. Keep your membership active, meet the applicable member commitment and feature-specific responsibilities, and contact SakeOf in advance for planned higher-cost care when reasonably possible. These steps help you understand the process and provide the information needed for review.

Understand how support works for a larger eligible event

For a larger eligible medical event, SakeOf combines the applicable member commitment with voluntary community funding under program rules. Contact SakeOf ahead of planned higher-cost care when reasonably possible to learn which steps, documents, and responsibilities apply. Eligibility and funding depend on program rules and review, so use the membership options and direct support to understand how a particular event will be handled.

As you plan, compare the available options with your needs: begin with the calculator, use the Savings Guide to understand the membership, and search for providers for care you may need in person. Jordan can help you identify a useful next step before you explore enrollment.

Choose your next step in Cincinnati

• Want a virtual first step? Check whether Zero Copay Telemedicine is selected and active, then use it when appropriate.
• Looking for a primary-care or dental appointment? Call Cincinnati Health Department at 513-357-7320 and ask about the right center, service, and appointment information. ^{summitcountyhealth.org}
• Planning hospital care? Contact the provider for a service-specific estimate and ask about available financial-assistance options.
• Reviewing a bill? Gather the itemized bill and relevant records, then contact SakeOf about Full Service advocacy and submission steps.
• Comparing membership features? Use the calculator or Savings Guide, search for providers, or ask Jordan which next step fits.