Medicaid provides low-cost health insurance to millions of Americans. And with Montana’s recent Medicaid expansion, more people can get coverage. Here are the top four questions people ask about Medicaid eligibility.
Am I eligible?
Visit the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (MT DPHHS) website to find out if you qualify for Medicaid. Click on the “Am I Eligible?” tab (top, right corner of the screen) to answer a series of questions. After working through the questions, the website will tell you if you qualify for Medicaid.
Where do I apply?
You can apply online by going to the MT DPHHS website and clicking on the “Apply for Assistance” tab. The state has 45 days to approve your application. If you are asked to provide more information, you can request an extension. You can also apply using a paper application (but expect the approval to take longer).
What information is needed to apply?
Before you apply, get together the required documents and information. This is often the most challenging part of the application process. Below is a list of likely required information:
Need help?
There is help available through Montana’s Field Offices of Public Assistance. You can also call the Montana Public Assistance Helpline at 1-888-706-1535 for Medicaid enrollment help.
For more information about Medicaid in Montana, visit the MT DPHHS website.
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