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Medicaid Program
undefined Medicaid Program?
undefined Medicaid Program?
Eligibility varies by state, but applicants generally must meet all of the following:
- A resident of the state in which you are applying, and
- Whose financial situation would be characterized as low income or very low income, and
- A citizen of the United States or certain qualified non-citizens, such as lawful permanent residents.
Visit your state Medicaid page to view any additional options for coverage it may provide, such as limits on age, pregnancy, or parenting status.
undefined Medicaid Program?
You can apply for Medicaid through the Health Insurance Marketplace or directly with your state Medicaid agency. To apply through the Marketplace, visit the application website to create a Marketplace account and complete an application.
To find out whether you’re eligible to receive Medicaid benefits, contact your state Medicaid office. Visit the the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to get the phone number for your state Medicaid office.
