How to apply for Maryland Medicaid Programs
There are several programs under Maryland Medicaid. Each program provides one of three types of medical assistance to serve the health needs of different eligible groups of people:
- Health coverage
- Long term services and supports
- Assistance with Medicare premiums, deductibles and cost-sharing
You can apply for Medicaid at any time.
If you are eligible, you can enroll year-round. Individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are automatically eligible and do not need to apply. For information on how to apply, see Ways to Apply below.
Am I Eligible for Medicaid?
Many different groups of people may be eligible for Medicaid in Maryland. The only way to know for sure if you are eligible for Medicaid is to apply. To learn more about eligibility, see Am I Eligible for Medicaid?
Keep Your Info Current. Keep Yourself Insured.
During the COVID-19 public health emergency, Marylanders who were enrolled in Medicaid continued to be covered, even if they were no longer eligible. Starting April 2023, anyone who needs to renew their Medicaid coverage will receive a notice from Maryland Health Connection or the Maryland Department of Human Services. For information about how to prepare, see the Medicaid Check-In 2023 Participant Information page.
