What is OMIP?
OMIP is an acronym for the Oregon Medical Insurance Pool. OMIP was established in 1989 by the Legislature to provide health insurance to Oregonians who have been denied individual health coverage because of their medical conditions. In short, it is a safety net or last resort for people who cannot get individual health insurance coverage. OMIP also provides health coverage in certain circumstances when an individual exhausts or is unable to obtain COBRA or portability coverage, and for individuals who are eligible for a health coverage tax credit through the federal government.