PUBLIC HEALTH OUTREACH NURSING & EDUCATION (P.H.O.N.E.) NURSE PROGRAM

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services contracts with East Central District Health Department to assist Medicaid/Kids Connection clients to obtain health care.

SERVICES OFFERED

• Children with Medicaid/Kids Connection receive information from our clinic nurse and referrals for health care, dental visits, lead testing, car seat checks, immunizations, WIC/CSFP, eye exams, and hearing checks. Clients are encouraged to seek regular medical care for their children.
• Pregnant women may apply for Medicaid services through our office.
• The PHONE nurse provides follow-up to medical, dental, and vision providers for those clients with Medicaid/Kids Connection who miss a scheduled appointment. ER follow-up is also available.
• Services are available in English or Spanish.

For more information, contact our nurse at (402)563-2691 Ext 242, toll free 1-877-553-2329 Ext 242, or

COST OF SERVICES

Services are provided at no cost.

LINKS

Nebraska State Medicaid (English or Spanish)
Nebraska State WIC