Funds covering COVID testing and vaccines for uninsured Virginians are no longer available, after a federal program that covered the costs of COVID-19 tests, treatment and vaccines for those without insurance ran out of money because Congress didn’t act in time. What it all boils down to is this… If providers are unable to absorb the new costs on their own, nearly 650,000 uninsured Virginians under the age of 65 will be left with less access to care. To help fill the gap, the Virginia Department of Health is now considering how to adjust program planning to ensure access to testing, vaccines and treatment for Virginians, regardless of insurance status. While some hospitals offer charity care programs to reduce the cost of a medical bill if an uninsured person seeks COVID treatment, not all do and eligibility… according to the VDH… can vary.