Hurricane Helene: Public Health Department Closures

Latest updates: Hurricane Helene

Our public health departments' hours of operation may be affected by power and staffing outages. This means that some closures may not appear on the state government office delays and closings map. The health and safety of our employees and our clients remains our highest priority. We are working to get services restored as safely and quickly as possible.

Learn more about DPH's role with hurricanes, floods, and weather emergencies.

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The purpose of this state-funded program is purchase of blood products for persons with hemophilia or other congenital blood clotting disorders.

Eligibility Requirements

  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency
  • South Carolina residency
  • Household income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level or enrollment in fee-for-service Medicaid or contracted Medicaid programs.

Services

  • Payment for blood products prescribed for home infusion
  • Care coordination and related services

How to Apply

Contact the SC DPH Program Office at (803) 898-0784.

Insurance Assistance

SC DPH is proud to partner with Accessia Health. SC DPH offers assistance with cost of health insurance premiums, prescription co-pays, and other services through our partner, Accessia Health, that may be helpful to persons with hemophilia. For more information, please call SC DPH at (803) 898-0784 to see if you are eligible.

If you would like additional information on services provided by Accessia Health outside of the SC DPH program, please send an email to assistance@accessiahealth.org or call 1 (800) 366-7741.

For additional resources for those living with Hemophilia or a blood clotting disorder, please visit the Bleeding Disorders Association of South Carolina (BDASC) webpage.

Questions?

If you have questions about getting services for your child with special needs, please contact us at (803) 898-0784.

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