Apply for Medicaid (2024)

Do you need health coverage? If you’re eligible, you can apply for Medicaid on this page!

Note:If you currently receive Medicare and need help paying your premium or copay, call our office at 973-285-6469 . We can help you apply for assistance.

Check Your Eligibility

Before you apply, make sure you’re eligible.

If you’re a child or adult under 65, you may be eligible for Medicaid via NJ FamilyCare.Visit the NJ FamilyCare websiteto make sure you meet all the requirements. (This information is available in Spanish.)

If you’re

  • over 65 and/or disabled, or
  • a person with disabilities between ages 16-64, who is working part or full time,

you might be eligible for Medicaid via NJ FamilyCare Aged, Blind, Disabled (ABD) Programs. Read the ABD Programs brochure to make sure you meet all the requirements. (This information is available in Spanish.)

Apply

If you’re eligible, you can apply for Medicaid following the instructions below:

Online

The New Jersey Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services has implemented new changes to its online portal to apply for all Medicaid programs. Follow these instructions:

Step 1.Prepare your Documents

Have the following documents ready:

  • resources (bank account, annuity, trust statements)
  • income (paycheck, social security, child support, alimony)
  • identification (driver's license, birth certificate, passport)

Be prepared to provide an email address at the time of application. It is estimated that the application can be completed in 10 minutes.

Step 3.Check your Application Status

You can check on the status of your Medicaid application online at the NJ Family Care website, as well as receive electronic notifications. It can take between 45 and 90 days for your application to be processed.

Step 4.Follow-Up

In about 7-10 business days, you will receive a letter in the mail from our office. This letter will let you know who your case worker is.

Contact the case worker to get updates on your application.

In Person

We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you're applying in person, follow these instructions:

Step 1.Prepare your documents

Make a copy of the following documents:

  • resources (bank account, annuity, trust statements)
  • income (paycheck, social security, child support, alimony)
  • identification (driver's license, birth certificate, passport)

Step 2.Fill out the application

Medicaid (disabled, over 65)

Family Care (adults and children under age 65)

Print and fill out the application that applies to you. If you need a copy mailed to you, call 973-285-6469.

Step 3.Drop off your application

Bring your application and document copies to our office. You'll be able to drop it off in the building's vestibule (instead of entering the building, due to COVID-19).

Morristown location
340 West Hanover Ave.
Morristown, NJ 07960
Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-4:30PM

Dover location
79 Bassett Highway
Dover, NJ 07801
Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-4:30PM

Step 4.Follow-up

In about 7-10 business days, you will receive a letter in the mail from our office. This letter will let you know who your case worker is.

Contact the case worker to get updates on your application.

Mail

We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you're applying in person, follow these instructions:

Step 1.Prepare your documents

Make a copy of the following documents:

  • resources (bank account, annuity, trust statements)
  • income (paycheck, social security, child support, alimony)
  • identification (driver's license, birth certificate, passport)

Step 2.Fill out the application

Medicaid (disabled, over 65)

Family Care (adults and children under age 65)

Print and fill out the application that applies to you. If you need a copy mailed to you, call 973-285-6469.

Step 3.Mail us your application

Mail your application and document copies to our office:

Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance
340 West Hanover Ave.
Morristown, NJ 07960

Step 4.Follow-up

In about 7-10 business days, you will receive a letter in the mail from our office. This letter will let you know who your case worker is.

Contact the case worker to get updates on your application.

Fax

We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you're applying in person, follow these instructions:

Step 1.Prepare your documents

Make a copy of the following documents:

  • resources (bank account, annuity, trust statements)
  • income (paycheck, social security, child support, alimony)
  • identification (driver's license, birth certificate, passport)

Step 2.Fill out the application

Medicaid (disabled, over 65)

Family Care (adults and children under age 65)

Print and fill out the application that applies to you. If you need a copy mailed to you, call 973-285-6469.

Step 3.Fax us your application

Fax your application and document copies to973-285-6467.

Step 4.Follow-up

In about 7-10 business days, you will receive a letter in the mail from our office. This letter will let you know who your case worker is.

Contact the case worker to get updates on your application.

Client Information Release Form

If you want us to be able to speak with a family member, friend, or agency on your behalf, you need to fill out the Client Information Release form.

Fill out the form online:

Fill it out on paper and mail it to us:

Apply for Medicaid (2024)

FAQs

What is the most you can make to get Medicaid? ›

Who is eligible for California Medicaid?
Household Size*Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1$20,030
2$27,186
3$34,341
4$41,496
4 more rows

What is the monthly income limit for Medicaid in KY? ›

KCHIP Income Limits
Number of Family Members (include parents and children)Total Monthly Family Income (before taxes)Total Annual Family Income (before taxes)
1$2,673$32,077
2$3,628$43,537
3$4,583$54​,997
4$5,538$66,456
4 more rows

What is the monthly income limit for Medicaid in Missouri? ›

Benefit Program Income Limits
Program12
Program MO HealthNet for Expansion Adults1 $20,0302 $27,185
Program MO HealthNet for Families1 $1,6922 $2,892
Program MO HealthNet for the Aged and Disabled1 $12,8012 $17,374
Program MO HealthNet for the Blind1 $15,0602 $20,440
10 more rows

What is the monthly income limit for Medicaid in Ohio? ›

Income & Asset Limits for Eligibility
2024 Ohio Medicaid Long-Term Care Eligibility for Seniors
Type of MedicaidSingle
Institutional / Nursing Home Medicaid$2,829 / month*$2,000
Medicaid Waivers / Home and Community Based Services$2,829 / month†$2,000
Regular Medicaid / Aged Blind and Disabled$943 / month$2,000
1 more row
Nov 22, 2023

Does Medi-Cal ask for bank statements? ›

Starting on January 1, 2024, assets, such as bank accounts, cash, a second vehicle, and homes, will no longer be counted when determining Medi-Cal eligibility. Income and income from assets, such as income from property, will continue to be counted.

Can I get Medi-Cal if I own a house? ›

First, if you own a home, you can still qualify for Medi-Cal. California has one of the best health services in this regard because California does not ask that you sell your home and pay for your medical needs, but rather it will front all the medical bills for you while you are alive.

What is the income limit for Medicaid in Kentucky 2024? ›

Income & Asset Limits for Eligibility
2024 Kentucky Medicaid Long-Term Care Eligibility for Seniors
Type of MedicaidSingle
Institutional / Nursing Home Medicaid$2,829 / month*$2,000
Medicaid Waivers / Home and Community Based Services$2,829 / month†$2,000
Regular Medicaid / Aged Blind and Disabled$235 / month‡$2,000
1 more row
Dec 30, 2023

How to get free health insurance in KY? ›

Individuals may apply for Medicaid only by calling the Kentucky Healthcare Customer Service line toll-free at (855) 459-6328 or contacting an application assister through the Kentucky Health Benefit Exchange website.

How does Kentucky Medicaid work? ›

The Kentucky Medicaid program provides medical assistance to individuals meeting income, resource and technical eligibility requirements. The income limit is $217 and resource limit is $2,000 for an individual. If an individual's income exceeds $217, spenddown eligibility may apply.

What is a qualified Medicare beneficiary? ›

Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries (QMBs) have incomes up to 100% FPL ($1,215 per month for an individual and $1,643 per month for a couple in 2023). Medicaid pays Part A and B Medicare premiums and cost sharing obligations for QMBs. States may have different names for the QMB, SLMB, and QI programs.

What is the monthly income limit for food stamps in Missouri? ›

State Of Missouri SNAP October 2023
Household Number of PersonsLimit CE Eligible MonthlyLimit Maximum Net Monthly (100% FPL)
32,5502,072
43,2402,500
53,8462,929
64,6163,357
5 more rows

What is the poverty level in Missouri? ›

Single individual – $12,760. Family of 2 – $17,240 (typically a married couple with no children) Family of 3 – $21,720 (married couple with one child) Family of 4 – $26,200 (married couple with two children) Family of 5 – $30,680.

What age is Medicare? ›

Medicare is health insurance for people 65 or older. You may be eligible to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig's disease).

Do you have to pay back Medicaid in Ohio? ›

Yes. A Medicaid individual's house may be subject to estate recovery.

How long does it take to get Medicaid approved in Ohio? ›

Average Approval Times for Medicaid Applications. States are required by federal law to approve or deny Medicaid applications within 45 days, or 90 days for applications that require a disability determination.

What is the income limit for Medi-Cal California? ›

You are 19-64 years old and your family's income is at or below 138% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) ($20,783 for an individual; $43,056 for a family of four). You are a child 18 or younger and your family's income is at or below 266% of FPL ($82,992 per year for a family of four).

What is the Medi-Cal income limit for 2024? ›

EWC 2024 Income Eligibility Guidelines
Number of Persons in Family/HouseholdMonthly Gross Household IncomeAnnual Gross Household Income
1$2,510$30,120
2$3,407$40,880
3$4,303$51,640
4$5,200$62,400
5 more rows
Mar 8, 2024

How do I find out if I am eligible for Medicaid in Ohio? ›

How do I know if I am eligible for Medicaid? Call our Consumer Hotline at 800-324-8680 or check your Medicaid eligibility at Ohio Benefits here. How do I report a change of address? Call our Consumer Hotline at 800-324-8680 or log in to your Ohio Benefits account here to check the status of your application.

What is the maximum monthly income to qualify for Medi-Cal in California? ›

Most single individuals will qualify for Medi-Cal if there income is under $1,676 per month. Most couples will qualify if their income is under $2,267 per month. If you have disabilities, your income can be slightly higher. You can qualify for Medi-Cal even if you have assets.

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