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How to Apply for Medicaid

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How to Apply for Medicaid

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Health is crucial, and so is insurance. If you can't afford it, Medicaid can help.

Step 1: Locate your Medicaid office
Find your local Medicaid office by searching on the internet or by calling Medicare at 1-800-633-4227, and make an appointment.

Tip
Not everyone qualifies for Medicaid. Make sure to clearly explain your situation when making an appointment.

Step 2: Bring the necessary paperwork
Bring your identification, Social Security card, proof of address, proof of income and bank statements, and medical bills to your appointment.

Tip
Each state's eligibility requirements and application processes vary, so make sure you ask if there are state-specific things you should bring to your appointment.

Step 3: Fill out application
Fill out the Medicaid application. You may have to fill it out in the office, although some states also let you apply on the internet, by telephone, or in person at other locations.

Step 4: Get interviewed
Attend your appointment and answer all questions honestly and to the best of your knowledge. Be prepared to answer financial questions.

Step 5: Wait for the decision
Wait for a decision, which you will receive in the mail. If you've been granted Medicaid, your coverage may apply retroactively to three months prior to your application. You're on your way to better health!

Did You Know?
Did you know? More than 45 million Americans under the age of 65 were without health insurance in 2007.

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Further reading

  • Who is eligible for Medicaid? | HHS.gov hhs.gov

    You can see if you qualify for Medicaid 2 ways: Visit your state's Medicaid website. Use the drop-down menu at the top of this page to pick your state. You can apply right now and find out if you qualify. If you qualify…

  • Medicaid | Medicaid medicaid.gov

    Medicaid provides health coverage to millions of Americans, including eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults and people with disabilities. Medicaid is administered by states, according to f…

  • How to Apply for Medicaid and CHIP | USAGov usa.gov

    How to Apply for Medicaid and CHIP. Medicaid is a federal and state health insurance program for people with a low income. The Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) offers health coverage to children.

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