Despite the tough times, providing for one's health needs should still be a top priority for most individuals and families. Getting health insurance in Pennsylvania is recognized as a necessity by the state and it has therefore made provisions for lower income individuals to avail of affordable health insurance even with their modest income. The Adult Basic Health Insurance Program is a health care plan that is available for eligible individuals aged 19-64 and earning an income which is below a set level.

The Adult Basic Program has a long waiting list however, and if you want to have health coverage as soon as possible, there are other health care plans that may apply to your current situation. A resident can also go about getting health insurance in Pennsylvania with the Pennsylvania Medicaid, which sets certain income and eligibility requirements, or the Pennsylvania Children's Health Insurance Program (PaCHIP), which provides health coverage for children and families not qualified for Medicaid.