Remember when the ACA website wasn't working? I went on and filled out an application then got an email saying I didn't qualify for anything. I was pregnant with my first child and a waitress at the time, things didn't seem like they would work out logistically or financially, so my boyfriend and I decided to move in together. Now 11 months later I get an approval letter from the Ohio Medicaid office with a card saying I have been enrolled since the beginning of the year. My boyfriend has been supporting our entire family and claiming 3 deductions to receive the largest possible paychecks. Now I am worried that he won't be able to claim me on his taxes and will actually have a tax bill after all is said and done. I called the Medicaid office and explained the situation and I'm not sure anyone understands the predicament, one lady just kept asking me why I would want to pay for insurance if I didn't have to.. I mean we have already paid my premiums for 10/12 months for this year so it's not like it's worth the cost savings at this point. Also my son is 7 months old so I will be returning to work soon, I don't expect to qualify for Medicaid next year. Can my boyfriend claim me or are we totally screwed? Is there a way to turn down Medicaid?
