Health Care & Medication

Medicaid for Children

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This health insurance program helps make health care affordable for families caring for children. Services can include:

  • visits to healthcare providers
  • inpatient and outpatient hospital services
  • dental and vision care
  • prescription medication and vaccines
  • lab tests and x-rays
  • medical transportation
  • family planning services

To get program benefits, you should go to a healthcare provider that participates in the Medicaid program.

You can get more information about this program and other programs in your state by going to the AARP GrandFacts State Fact Sheets at: www.aarp.org/relationships/friends-family/grandfacts-sheets/.


How do I apply?

To apply for this program, you can print and fill out the application form and mail it to your local office. You can also apply by using the online application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I eligible?

Get Help from a Benefits Enrollment Center

Start Enrollment or Ask Questions

A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) can offer you personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate program eligibility and look to apply. With support from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the BEC can help you apply for an enroll in all of the benefits you may be missing out on.

Green Path

Toll-Free: 1-800-794-6559

Website: support@benefitscheckup.org

Get Help from a Benefits Enrollment Center

Start Enrollment or Ask Questions

A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) can offer you personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate program eligibility and look to apply. With support from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the BEC can help you apply for an enroll in all of the benefits you may be missing out on.

Green Path

Toll-Free: 1-800-794-6559

Website: support@benefitscheckup.org