Health Care & Medication

Medicaid / MaineCare

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MaineCare is Maine's version of Medicaid. This government health insurance program helps certain people get health care services at a lower cost. This includes people who are older, blind, or living with a disability. MaineCare pays for medical services such as:

Visits to health care providers (including physicians and nurse practitioners)
Inpatient and outpatient hospital services
Prescription drug coverage (only available in certain cases)
Lab tests
X-rays
Medical transportation
Nursing home care
Home health services
Family planning services

To get benefits once you're enrolled, you must go to a health care provider that takes part in the MaineCare program.

How do I apply?

To apply for this program, you can print and fill out the application form and and submit it as directed on the form. You can also apply by using the online application.

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