Maryland Department of Health
Medicaid

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​HealthChoice Helpline

For information or questions, call the HealthChoice Helpline at 800-284-4510 or submit the online form.​​​

Welcome to HealthChoice

Welcome to HealthChoice Maryland Medicaid's managed care program. Find information for Medicaid members and providers.

​Understanding HealthChoice​

  • The Maryland Department of Health is the part of the state government that oversees public health. 
  • Medicaid is part of the Maryland Department of Health. Medicaid provides free or low-cost health insurance for those with limited income. Medicaid pays for the health care services that you get from medical providers.
  • Maryland Health Connection is the state’s official health insurance marketplace. It is where you enroll in Medicaid. Maryland Health Connection takes care of the paperwork you need to get Medicaid. When you sign up for Medicaid through them, you will pick a health care company.
  • A Managed Care Organization, or MCO, is a health care company or health plan. An MCO gives you covered health services. 
  • MCO Network Providers are the doctors, hospitals and other providers who work with the health care plan you choose to give you the care you need.
  • HealthChoice is the name of Maryland's managed care program. Only MCOs that are part of the HealthChoice program can work with Medicaid and with you. You can choose your​​ MCO to get your health care – because it is your health and your choice!​

View the Maryland Medicaid HealthChoice MCO Comparison Chart​ to help you pick the best one for you.

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​NOTICE: Priority Partners Accepting New HealthChoice Members Starting February 2, 2026

HealthChoice members may once again choose Priority Partners as their Maryland Medicaid health plan as of February 2, 2026.

Priority Partners regained their accredited status from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) in December 2025. As a result, the Maryland Department of Health has lifted the enrollment sanction that began in March 2025.

There is no change or action required for current Priority Partners members.

  • New Medicaid members may choose from health plans available in their area, including Priority Partners.
  • New HealthChoice members have 90 days after enrolling in Medicaid to change their health plan.
  • Existing HealthChoice members may change plans after 12 months or sooner for qualifying reasons.

​If you have questions about Priority Partners or your coverage, call the HealthChoice Helpline at 800-284-4510.

For information on how to change your health plan, contact the Maryland Health Connection at 855-642-8572.

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